Ethical Hacker

Company Description

As an Ethical Hacker at KPN CISO you will become part of a small team of dedicated and autonomous individuals. We focus on making KPN more secure and place a strong emphasis on self-development, because we believe this contributes to the effectiveness of our team. If you think you would fit in well with a team of self-taught people who love learning and sharing knowledge, please contact us. A (digital) test and screening are part of the application procedure at KPN.

Job Description

In this role you look at systems and networks from the perspective of an attacker. You think about how weaknesses can be exploited both physically and digitally. You have a passion for CTFs, (code) puzzles and spend your free time reverse engineering binaries or playing games like HackTheBox. You will collaborate with other departments within the organization, for example with awareness training, assisting CERT with security incidents and risk assessments regarding geopolitics. You will participate in testing and security efforts of KPN and its interests.

A selection of your activities:

• Mapping risks by investigating and attacking systems, networks and applications.
• Carrying out attacks and providing insight into risks for other departments, followed by providing advice.
• Continuously learning about new techniques and vulnerabilities.
• Sharing knowledge about your expertise and applying your wisdom to make a difference.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you need at least:

• Adequate knowledge of current attack methodologies and techniques.
• Experience developing tools for automating certain tasks.
• Effective communication skills.
• At least two years of experience as a penetration tester.
• Passion for CTFs, (code) puzzles and experience with reverse engineering of binaries.
• Hands-on experience with Python, Linux systems, and Windows/Powershell.
• Knowledge of OWASP, NIST, and CIS is helpful.
• Skills in mobile app security, cloud security, hacking of physical devices, and wireless communications protocols are a plus, but not required. However, a willingness to learn more about these topics is an implicit requirement.

Do you not meet all the requirements? We still cordially invite you to respond.

Additional Information

Of course, as an employer, we have a lot to offer you as well. Here’s what you can expect from us:

• A gross monthly salary ranging from a minimum of € 5,038 to a maximum of € 7,575, depending on your work experience, based on a 40-hour workweek.
• A guaranteed 13th-month salary, with part paid monthly and the remainder in January of the following year. Alternatively, you can use it for a FLEX & BOOST goal of your choice! [Click here to learn more about it.]
• Annual individual and collective salary increases in accordance with our CAO (collective labor agreement).
• €1,500 annually as a personal development budget, which you can use for training, coaching, or courses of your choice.
• Flexible vacation days: In consultation with your manager, you decide how to manage your time off.
• A great work-life balance.
• A home office setup to optimize your workspace, along with a mobile phone and laptop.
• 50% discount on our products and services, allowing you to enjoy affordable internet, calls, and streaming.
• Generous travel reimbursement: Full coverage for public transport costs or €0.23 per kilometer if you travel by car. Prefer cycling? Take advantage of our bike allowance of €0.40 per kilometer.
• The option to lease a bike with monthly contributions from KPN (for permanent contracts). Choose from city bikes, e-bikes, road bikes, or speed pedelecs—whatever suits you best.
• Excellent pension scheme: A total contribution of 23% of your pensionable salary, with KPN contributing 16% and you contributing 7%.

We have a strong belief in technology. Together with personal contact, this belief becomes even more powerful, which is why we look forward to meeting you!

Want to know more about the recruitment process? Contact our recruiter, Rutger Schröder, at Rutger.Schroder@kpn.com.

At KPN, we have recruitment talent that works smartly together to succeed. Therefore, acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.