Senior Penetration Tester

👋 Who are we?

Nordhealth’s mission is to build software that improves the daily lives of healthcare professionals. We build software that empowers veterinary and therapy professionals to provide the best possible care experiences to their patients. Our products are used daily by over 50,000 professionals in clinics and hospitals across 30+ countries. We excel with 20+ years of experience in healthcare and veterinary software.

We understand that talent comes from everywhere and anywhere. The greater our diversity, the better the products we deliver. That’s why we are a remote-first company, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, with all 400+ employees working either remotely or from collaboration hubs. While our market presence is currently strongest in the Nordics, our customer base is rapidly growing in our other markets too, especially in Europe and North America (more at our website nordhealth.com.)

About the role 

We are here to create great healthcare products. That’s at our very core, but it’s the people who make companies great, not the other way around. We spend more time with our co-workers than anyone else in our lives. Being part of an exceptional team is not only important for your personal mindfulness but key for your professional progression.

We’re now looking for a Senior Penetration Tester to support our growth and join our Central I.T team! Reporting directly to the Head of Security, your main goal is to

conduct simulated attacks against the company, our products and infrastructure to find new vulnerabilities so we could fix them before it will be exploited! 🚀

Your key responsibilities include:

1. Penetration testing

• Finding new attack surfaces.

• Conducting penetration testing of web applications and infrastructure.

• Working with technical teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities

2. Red teaming

• Simulating realistic attacks against the company.

3. Incident response

• Analyzing information security incidents.
  

4. Knowledge sharing

• Helping the teams up their game in cyber security.

What will help you to be successful in this role?

Ideally, you have already gained some experience from working in a fast growing, global SaaS company. 

1. Success Factors:

   • Regularly deliver high-quality results.

   • Work effectively with cross-functional teams, actively contributing to discussions and solutions.

   • Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and mentorship to enhance the overall team's skills.

   • Exhibit ownership and responsibility for project outcomes.
     

1. Key Challenges:

   • In the first 6 months, you will be expected to become familiar with our specific technology stacks, which may differ from your previous experience.

   • You will encounter projects with varying levels of complexity. Successfully navigating these complexities and delivering quality solutions is a key challenge.

In addition, our expectations in terms of Hard & Soft skills include:

• Degree or equivalent knowledge in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
• Deep knowledge of penetration testing.
• Ability to read and understand code in multiple programming languages.
• Very good command of English (spoken and written).
• Proven track record of professional and ethical conduct (background check should be expected.)
• Passion for continuous learning.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges efficiently.
• Proven adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges.
• Leadership capabilities, including the mentorship of junior team members and the ability to lead by example.
• Take full ownership of projects, ensuring their successful execution and delivery.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling effective interaction with team members, stakeholders, and non-technical colleagues.

Bonus Points for:

• Expert-level familiarity with web standards.

• Good command of 2+ programming languages.

• Proven track record of high-quality results (CVEs, bug bounty activity, write-ups, etc.)

• Proactive initiative in identifying and addressing critical issues and challenges.

• Passion for cultivating a culture of knowledge sharing and professional development within the team.

What’s in it for you?

At Nordhealth, we do things a little bit differently. We value continuous improvement, diverse teams and autonomy which drive our collaboration. Our global healthcare domain is rapidly developing and we are seeking colleagues who enjoy working in this type of environment. 🌎

This is a fully remote role, and we're looking for candidates located in Europe. Occasional traveling will be required. The first day of work will involve a trip to one of our offices.

In addition, we offer:

• The chance to work in a meaningful industry and in a fast-growing, global company on a path to changing digital healthcare

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Learning and professional growth opportunities

• The tools you need, and enjoy using

• Frequent company events and talented colleagues from around the world

If you enjoy working in a fast-growing and international environment with the possibility to make an impact, this might be the perfect job for you. Apply now! We'll fill the position as soon as we find the right person.