Senior Penetration Tester

Ploy Australia
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AI Summary

Join Ploy as a Senior Penetration Tester on a short-term contract. Conduct security testing across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments. Deliver high-quality assessments in a fast-paced environment.

Key Highlights
Conduct penetration testing across web apps, APIs, infrastructure, and/or cloud environments
Perform vulnerability assessments and exploitation where appropriate
Document findings in a clear, concise, and actionable format
Provide remediation advice and support technical teams where needed
Work independently and deliver within agreed timelines
Technical Skills Required
Burp Suite Nmap Metasploit Kali OWASP AWS Azure GCP PHP Laravel Vue.js React MySQL
Benefits & Perks
Fully remote work
Fast turnaround engagement
Opportunity to deliver meaningful impact in a short time frame

Job Description


We’re looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join on a short-term contract and assist with upcoming security testing requirements. This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, work independently, and deliver high-quality assessments in a fast-paced environment.


About the Role

As a Penetration Tester, you will be responsible for performing targeted security testing across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments. You’ll work closely with our internal team to identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and provide actionable remediation guidance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct penetration testing across web apps, APIs, infrastructure, and/or cloud environments
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and exploitation where appropriate
  • Document findings in a clear, concise, and actionable format
  • Provide remediation advice and support technical teams where needed
  • Work independently and deliver within agreed timelines
  • Communicate clearly with stakeholders regarding progress and results


What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Penetration Tester or Offensive Security Engineer
  • Strong knowledge of common attack techniques, tools, and frameworks (e.g., Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Kali, OWASP)
  • Experience testing in cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) is highly regarded
  • Ability to produce professional, high-quality reporting
  • Relevant certifications (OSCP, OSWE, CREST, etc.) are a bonus but not essential
  • Ability to start immediately


Why Join?

  • Fully remote
  • Fast turnaround engagement
  • Work with a supportive team who values clear communication
  • Opportunity to deliver meaningful impact in a short time frame


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