Penetration Testing Advisor

extra holidays - fully flexible
Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Japan

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in penetration testing or vulnerability assessment., Proficiency with tools such as Nmap, Metasploit, Kali Linux, and Burp Suite., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience., Knowledge of application and network security vulnerabilities and attack vectors..

Key responsibilities:

  • Conduct application security assessments and penetration tests using various tools.
  • Produce detailed security assessment reports with findings and remediation recommendations.
  • Engage with clients through conference calls to discuss findings and next steps.
  • Research and stay updated on new threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits.

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About Us
Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AIoptimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pureplay Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industryleading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, marketleading Taegis XDRMDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), nextgen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and statesponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and realtime threat intelligence from Sophos XOps and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

Role Summary
The Penetration Testing Advisor supports by applying information security threat intelligence to identify and exploit vulnerabilities within our client’s environments. The focus area for this role is either application security (web application penetration testing, API testing) or network security (vulnerability assessments, external penetration tests, internal penetration tests, etc.). Candidates are not expected to be experienced in both although that would be a plus

What You Will Do
  • Conduct application security assessments (web, mobile, API, etc.) using offtheshelf or internally developed exploitation tools to execute manual testing for advanced attacks OR network penetration testing assessments (external pen test, internal pen test, etc.)
  • Produce and deliver vulnerability and exploit information to clients in the form of a professional security assessment report
  • Conduct client conference calls to include, but not limited to project kickoff calls, notification of highcritical findings during the testing process, and close out calls to review test findings, evidence, process steps to reproduce, and remediation recommendations
  • Perform proactive research to identify and understand new threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits
  • Conduct exploitation testing using offtheshelf or selfdeveloped exploitation tools and document findings for client remediation
  • Excel as both a selfdirected individual contributor and as a member of a larger team
  • Perform other essential duties as assigned

  • What You Will Bring
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with penetration testing vulnerability assessment.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with at least one of the following: Nmap, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Burp Suite

  • Desirable
  • Offensive certifications such as CEH, WAPT, GPEN, GWAPT, GAWN, OSCP, etc.
  • Knowledge of NetSparker and AppScan operating systems administration and internals (Microsoft Windows Linux)
  • Understanding of TCPIP networking at a technical level
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience with various application attack vectors, security test processes and strong knowledge of common vulnerabilities (i.e. OWASP Top 10)
  • Working knowledge of SQL and highlevel languages
  • Good technical communication skills, both written and verbal; good analytical and problem solving skills
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    Ready to Join Us?
    At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they dont check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Dont let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

    Whats Great About Sophos?
    · Sophos operates a remotefirst working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.
    · Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit
    · Employeeled diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
    · Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
    · Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
    · Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
    · Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
    · Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

    Our Commitment To You
    We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

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    Experience

    Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Hard Skills

    Penetration TestingNetwork SecurityApplication SecurityVulnerability AssessmentsInternet Protocols SuiteSQL (Programming Language)MetasploitKali LinuxSecurity TestingBurp SuiteNmapNetStumblerHCL AppScan

    Other Skills

    • Problem Solving
    • Analytical Skills
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