Ideagen

Associate Penetration Tester

Ideagen

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Shah Alam • Malaysia

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Tech Stack

Cyber SecurityFirewallsJavaScriptLinuxPython

About the role

  • Conduct Penetration Tests: Simulate cyber attacks on systems, networks, applications and mobile to identify security weaknesses before malicious hackers can exploit them.
  • Vulnerability Assessment: Use both automated tools and manual techniques to assess the security posture of various IT environments.
  • Reporting: Document findings in detailed reports, providing clear explanations of risks and recommendations for remediation to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with IT and development teams to ensure secure design and configuration of systems, and to implement security improvements based on testing results.
  • Stay Updated: Keep current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to enhance testing methodologies and tools used.
  • Incident Response: Investigate security incidents and respond to breaches in real-time, documenting findings and actions taken.

Requirements

  • Fresh graduate in Cyber Security or any related discipline are encouraged to apply
  • Knowledge of Cyber Security, experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools would be advantage.
  • Familiarity with various operating systems (Linux, Windows) and programming languages (Python, JavaScript) would be great.
  • General knowledge of IT procedures and cyber/information security best practices.
  • General understanding of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
Benefits
  • Benefits at Ideagen
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
penetration testingvulnerability assessmentvulnerability scanningcyber securityprogramming languagesPythonJavaScriptsecurity technologiesincident responseIT procedures
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationreportingdocumentationproblem-solvinganalytical skillsattention to detailadaptabilityteamworkstakeholder engagement