How do they match: Penetration Testers

  • Network Security Engineer
  • Network Security Tester

  • Evaluate network system security by conducting simulated internal and external cyberattacks using adversary tools and techniques. Attempt to breach and exploit critical systems and gain access to sensitive information to assess system security.

  • Develop and execute tests that simulate the techniques of known cyber threat actors.
  • Develop infiltration tests that exploit device vulnerabilities.
  • Develop presentations on threat intelligence.
  • Develop security penetration testing processes, such as wireless, data networks, and telecommunication security tests.
  • Assess the physical security of servers, systems, or network devices to identify vulnerability to temperature, vandalism, or natural disasters.
  • Collect stakeholder data to evaluate risk and to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Conduct network and security system audits, using established criteria.
  • Evaluate vulnerability assessments of local computing environments, networks, infrastructures, or enclave boundaries.
  • Investigate security incidents, using computer forensics, network forensics, root cause analysis, or malware analysis.
  • Test the security of systems by attempting to gain access to networks, Web-based applications, or computers.

  • Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
  • Develop computer or information systems.
  • Develop organizational policies or programs.
  • Develop testing routines or procedures.
  • Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
  • Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.