Location Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Job Category
Information Technology (IT) & Software
Security & Defence
Job Overview An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced
Penetration Tester (Cyber Security Assurance)
to join a Cyber Security Assurance team in
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
on a
12-month contract . This role is ideal for cyber security professionals with strong expertise in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security assurance who are passionate about protecting critical systems and strengthening organizational security.
The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying security vulnerabilities, validating security controls, and supporting remediation activities across enterprise environments. This position offers excellent
career growth opportunities through exposure to enterprise cyber security programs, compliance initiatives, security governance frameworks, and continuous professional development while working with advanced security assessment methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
Perform penetration testing across infrastructure, web applications, and remote access environments.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and security configuration reviews.
Validate security controls and identify security risks with actionable remediation recommendations.
Perform manual security reviews, including firewall configuration analysis and system hardening assessments.
Verify remediation activities until security findings are fully resolved.
Prepare comprehensive security assessment reports aligned with governance and compliance requirements.
Support compliance assessments and validate security gaps.
Ensure secure handling of sensitive assessment data while complying with organizational policies and service level agreements (SLAs).
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s overall cyber security posture.
Requirements & Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is preferred.
Experience
Proven hands-on experience in Penetration Testing (primary focus).
Experience conducting Vulnerability Assessments and Security Assurance activities.
Experience performing security configuration reviews and system hardening assessments.
Strong understanding of risk assessment and remediation processes.
Technical Skills
Penetration Testing
Vulnerability Assessment
Security Assurance
Security Configuration Reviews
Firewall Configuration Review
System Hardening
Risk Assessment
Security Controls Validation
Security Reporting & Documentation
Compliance Assessment
Certifications The following certifications are highly preferred:
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
CompTIA Security+
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Equivalent cyber security certifications
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent technical reporting and documentation abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to security best practices.
Salary, Benefits & Career Growth Benefits
Opportunity to work on enterprise cyber security assurance initiatives.
Exposure to security governance, compliance, and risk management programs.
Collaborative and professional cyber security environment.
12-month contract with enterprise-level security projects.
Career Growth
Strengthen expertise in penetration testing and cyber security assurance.
Gain experience with enterprise security governance and compliance frameworks.
Enhance professional development through advanced security assessments and remediation activities.
Build valuable experience supporting critical infrastructure and information security initiatives.
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