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Penetration Testers
20
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1
O*NET-SOC Description
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.
10
Tasks
Assess the physical
security
of servers, systems, or network devices to identify vulnerability to temperature, vandalism, or natural disasters.
Conduct network and
security
system audits, using established criteria.
Design
security
solutions to address known device vulnerabilities.
Develop
security
penetration testing processes, such as wireless, data networks, and telecommunication
security
tests.
Discuss
security
solutions with information technology teams or management.
Identify
security
system weaknesses, using penetration tests.
Investigate
security
incidents, using computer forensics, network forensics, root cause analysis, or malware analysis.
Prepare and submit reports describing the results of
security
fixes.
Test the
security
of systems by attempting to gain access to networks, Web-based applications, or computers.
Update corporate policies to improve cyber
security.
2
Detailed Work Activities
Analyze
security
of systems, network, or data.
Develop computer or information
security
policies or procedures.
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