Cyber Security Researcher

Job Description

Job Summary – Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) Engineer

Company: Necurity (based on the provided contact details)
Role: VAPT Engineer / Penetration Tester
Employment Type: Full-time / Internship
Experience: Minimum 1 year

Job Overview

The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and security infrastructure through vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Candidates should have practical experience with offensive security tools, exploit techniques, and security auditing.

Key Responsibilities
Conduct Vulnerability Assessments (VA) of:
Web Applications
Networks
Security Devices
Perform Penetration Testing (PT) using commercial and open-source tools.
Map network infrastructure and identify exposed ports, services, and attack surfaces.
Execute exploits using security tools and custom scripts.
Analyze vulnerability scan reports and recommend remediation plans.
Review security posture and recommend software or firmware upgrades.
Coordinate with operations teams for security updates and version upgrades.
Perform advanced technical analysis of security incidents and intrusions.
Audit the configuration of network and security devices.
Stay updated with emerging vulnerabilities, exploits, attack techniques, and security trends.
Required Skills
Vulnerability Assessment (VA)
Penetration Testing (PT)
Network Security
Application Security
Firewall Security
OWASP Top 10
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)
Network Reconnaissance
Exploitation Techniques
Security Auditing
Vulnerability Analysis
Remediation Planning
Network Mapping
Incident Analysis
Security Tools & Platforms
Nmap
Metasploit
Burp Suite
Nessus
Caldera
GitHub
Capture The Flag (CTF) Platforms
Hack The Box
TryHackMe
Bug Bounty Platforms
Preferred Knowledge
Responsible Disclosure Programs
Hall of Fame Contributions
Automation of Security Tools and Workflows
Network Enumeration Techniques
Security Device Configuration Reviews
Exploit Development Basics
Preferred Candidate Profile
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience with CTFs, Hack The Box, or TryHackMe.
Strong understanding of:
Computer Networking
Web Application Security
Network Security
Firewalls
OWASP Top 10
Ability to document vulnerabilities clearly with practical remediation recommendations.
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday
Application Details

Phone: 7824097824 / 8072 500 478
Email: hr@necurity.com
Alternate Email: sajini.jeyaseeli@necurity.com