Experience : Minimum of 3 years in penetration testing or ethical hacking.
Certifications : Strongly preferred certifications like OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).
Technical Skills :
Proficiency in penetration testing tools such as Kali Linux , Burp Suite , Metasploit , Nessus , etc.
Strong knowledge of network security , web application security , cloud security , and mobile application security .
Familiarity with programming / scripting languages like Python , Bash , Ruby , PowerShell , or JavaScript .
In-depth understanding of TCP / IP , DNS , HTTP / S , SSL / TLS , and other network protocols.
Solid understanding of common attack techniques like SQL injection , XSS , CSRF , buffer overflow , and others.
Soft Skills :
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and reporting.
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