Penetration Tester

Are you passionate about cybersecurity and eager to put your ethical hacking skills to the test? Do you thrive in identifying vulnerabilities and strengthening security postures? We are seeking a skilled and motivated Penetration Tester to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a range of security assessments to identify and exploit vulnerabilities, provide remediation advice towards customers accordingly to improve their overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits on applications, networks, and systems.
• Identify, analyze, and report security vulnerabilities with detailed recommendations for remediation.
• Simulate cyberattacks and assess the resilience of various infrastructures.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to developers, system administrators, and security teams.
• Stay up to date with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and penetration testing techniques.
• Develop and execute security test plans and methodologies.
• Share insights and security research on our dedicated Ethical hacking blog
• Take time for research and work on improving infrastructure and custom tools for future assessments in collaboration with different teams.
• Participate in the presales process, including creating quotes and following up on projects.

What we expect from you?

• You are a Belgian resident with a minimum three years of experience as a penetration tester
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in an ICT related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or vulnerability assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of networks, operating systems, and web applications.
• Understand that penetration testing goes beyond automated scans and simple exploits, using your knowledge, methodology, and creative thinking to provide real value.
• Understanding of common security frameworks and directives (OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK framework, NIS2, ISO27K, DORA, etc.)
• Flexible working approach, not reliant on a set of tools. You understand the underlying workings of the tools and scripts you use and can customize them as needed.
• Experience with cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSCP, OSEP, eWPTx, eCPPT, CRTO, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, able to clearly convey the risks and consequences of vulnerabilities on a technical and non-technical manner to customers.

What you can expect from us

• Be taken care of - We offer you 32 vacation days (with the option to make it a whopping 37 days with our Benefit Motivation Plan :-)), meal vouchers, eco-cheques, hospitalization and group insurance, company laptop, mobile phone with unlimited use as well as other benefits. So you do not have to worry about a thing!

• Never stop learning - We want to be the best in what we do and therefore we provide training, certifications and learning opportunities for every employee so you continuously enrich your skills.

• Transparency - Communication is key! So we organize company and team meetings on a regular base so everyone is informed properly.

• Do what you love - Enjoy flexibility with offices in Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent & Rotselaar, a variety of events and lots of activities. We spend more time at work then we do at home, that is why it is important that everyone feels at home. And we make sure you do!

• Snack to your heart's desire - At Orange Cyberdefense we keep it healthy. So, you can enjoy an assortment of fresh fruit and healthy snacks. For those with an occasionally sugar dip, there are sweet snacks available.

• Reputable brand - You will join an internationally, growing company with over 25 years experience in the industry. This makes us experts in what we do. We have an international presence and yet local teams to assist our customers.

• The good life ...

🔥 Are you interested? Then jump in!

Orange Cyberdefense are equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all people, regardless of their race, sex, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation.