Security Penetration Tester (APAC) - Remote

Overview

The Security Penetration Tester at Employment Hero is essential in safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring the security of the company’s systems. This role involves proactively identifying, testing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities across applications and infrastructure and is crucial to the success of our mission.

In Short

• Conduct penetration testing on web applications, networks, mobile platforms, and cloud environments
• Simulate real-world cyberattacks, including vulnerability assessments, social engineering, and physical security evaluations
• Identify, analyse, and document security vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
• Work closely with IT teams, engineers, and management to implement security measures and close gaps
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, attack techniques, and security tools
• Prepare detailed reports that clearly communicate findings, risks, and remediation plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in red team exercises, security audits, and incident response simulations
• Identify gaps in people, processes, and technologies
• Vulnerability research on certain high-value applications or systems
• Develop proof-of-concept exploits to demonstrate how vulnerabilities can be exploited

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a penetration testing environment
• Possessing OSCP is a must, with other offensive security certificates highly favourable
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• In-depth knowledge of common offensive security tools (Burp Suite, Cobalt Strike, Metasploit)
• Strong consultative skills, enabling effective communication of complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A strong desire to learn and expand knowledge in the field of information security

Benefits

• A generous budget for your home office.
• Cutting-edge tools and technology.
• Reward and recognition programs - because great work should be recognised and rewarded.
• Cashback offers and discounts on popular brands through our Swag app.
• Employee Share Option Program: be an owner of Employment Hero.
• Annual Global Gathering - so far we’ve been to Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and are excited to meet in Dubai in September 2025.