
Penetration Tester - CREST Registered
Translation Empire PK • Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
**Role & seniority: ** PEN Tester – CREST Registered (CRT); cybersecurity team contributor (certification required)
**Stack/tools: **
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Pen testing: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike
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Knowledge frameworks: OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK
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Scripting/coding: Python, PowerShell, Bash
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Reporting: technical reports + executive summaries (regulated-industry formats)
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Plan, execute, and report penetration tests for web apps, networks, infrastructure, and databases
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Identify/exploit vulnerabilities to evaluate business risk
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Produce clear remediation guidance via high-quality technical reports and stakeholder communication
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Must-have skills:
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CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) (or higher; e.g., CCT INF/CCT APP)
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Proven cross-platform pentesting experience (web/network/cloud/mobile mentioned)
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Strong offensive security understanding and familiarity with manual + automated testing
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Excellent communication and documentation; ability to update on emerging threats
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Nice-to-haves:
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Support security awareness initiatives and internal security improvements
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Mentorship of junior testers (where applicable)
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Location & work type: Bahria Town Ph 7 Office; work from office
Full Description
About the Job
Translation Empire is seeking a PEN Tester - Crest Registered (CRT) to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting advanced security assessments and penetration testing activities across networks, applications, cloud infrastructure, and mobile platforms. This role requires a deep understanding of offensive security techniques and the ability to deliver clear, actionable remediation guidance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests against web applications, network, infrastructure, and databases Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities to assess the risk to the business Produce high-quality technical reports and executive summaries Collaborate with internal stakeholders to validate findings and recommend mitigation strategies Stay up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques Support security awareness initiatives and contribute to internal security improvements Provide mentorship to junior testers or team members where applicable
Requirements
Qualification and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Must have CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT) or higher certification (e.g., CCT INF, CCT APP) Proven experience in conducting penetration tests across various platforms Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and common exploitation frameworks (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Cobalt Strike) Proficient in scripting or coding languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash Experience with both manual and automated testing techniques Familiarity with reporting tools and formats used in regulated industries Excellent communication and documentation skills
Work mode
Work from Office.
Location
Bahria Town Ph 7 Office.
Salary
Market Competitive.