Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing Expert
Job Description
Job Title: VAPT Specialist
Experience: 5-8 Years
Location: Gurgaon, Haryana
Job Type: Full-time (Immediate Joiner)
CTC: 8LPA to 10LPA
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled VAPT Specialist to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and systems. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in penetration testing, risk assessment, and security compliance, along with the ability to recommend effective remediation strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on web, mobile, cloud, and network infrastructure.
- Perform threat modelling, exploit analysis, and security audits.
- Identify security gaps and provide detailed risk assessment reports.
- Work with development and IT teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards (OWASP, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST, GDPR, etc.).
- Develop and maintain custom scripts/tools for automation of security testing.
- Conduct red team exercises, social engineering assessments, and phishing simulations where required.
- Stay updated on latest vulnerabilities, exploits, and threat intelligence.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- 3–7 years of experience in VAPT, penetration testing, and ethical hacking.
- Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25, CVSS scoring, MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Expertise in tools such as:
- Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, Nmap, Wireshark, Kali Linux, Acunetix, Qualys, Netsparker, AppScan.
- Experience with secure code review and DevSecOps integration.
- Good understanding of network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and reporting skills.
Preferred Certification:
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
- GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester)
- CISSP / CISA / CISM (added advantage)
- CompTIA Security+ / Pentest+
- Certified Mobile & Web App Penetration Tester (CMWAPT)
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work on challenging cybersecurity projects.
- Professional development and certification sponsorship.
- Dynamic and growth-driven work environment.
To Apply:
Send your resume, cover letter, and examples of your Cyber Security/VAPT projects or portfolio to [email protected] or [email protected] (Contact No- 8493801093)
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