Penetration Tester

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Penetration Tester assessing cybersecurity for applications, networks, and cloud systems within a fast-growing startup. Identifying vulnerabilities and providing actionable security recommendations.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇮🇳 IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoGoogle Cloud PlatformMacOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform comprehensive security assessments across cloud, network, and system environments.
Execute specialized security evaluations of native MacOS applications to identify platform-specific vulnerabilities.
Go beyond standard assessments by simulating real-world adversary tactics and testing human security awareness through phishing and pretexting.
Evaluate and exploit vulnerabilities within AWS, GCP, or Azure environments to ensure robust cloud architecture.
Analyze findings, assess impact, and produce detailed reports with clear remediation recommendations.
Work with engineering and operations teams to validate fixes and strengthen overall system security.
Create and refine scripts, tools, and methodologies to enhance testing accuracy and coverage.
Continuously monitor emerging exploits, specifically focusing on MacOS-based threats and cloud-native attack vectors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience as a Penetration Tester with a track record of testing complex environments.
Hands-on experience performing cloud security assessments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is essential.
You are a primary MacOS user with the technical proficiency to test and secure native MacOS applications.
A strong interest or foundational knowledge in red-teaming methodologies, focusing on post-exploitation and lateral movement.
Proficiency with modern penetration testing tools, methodologies, and reporting standards.
Excellent analytical and documentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical risks to various stakeholders.
Effective communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English.
Ownership of a capable MacOS workstation for running modern security and platform-specific testing tools.
Amenable to working during US Eastern Time zone hours.
Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CRTO, or cloud-specific security certs are preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career Development : Clear path with mentorship and training opportunities
Technical Training : Comprehensive onboarding on security and compliance frameworks
Competitive Compensation: A competitive base salary with regular performance reviews linked to merit-based appraisals and bonus opportunities.
Growth Opportunity : Early-stage company with significant room for career advancement.
Remote-First Culture : Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team.
Work Environment Requirements: Reliable high-speed internet connection. Quiet, professional home office setup. Must be amenable to work US Eastern Time zone hours. Fluency in written and verbal English communication skills.

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Hard Skills & Tools

penetration testingcloud security assessmentsvulnerability assessmentred-teaming methodologiesMacOS application securityreporting standardsscriptingsecurity evaluationsexploit analysisemerging exploits monitoring

Soft Skills

analytical skillsdocumentation skillscommunication skillsstakeholder engagementproblem-solvingteam collaborationattention to detailadaptabilitycritical thinkingtime management

Certifications

OSCPCRTOcloud security certifications