Offensive Security Engineer / Penetration Tester at Ethnos Cyber Limited

Ethnos Cyber Limited, As the preferred cybersecurity solutions provider in Africa, the success of Ethnos Cyber hinges, to a huge extent, on the dedication and quality of our employees. We have an array of varied, flexible, challenging, and rewarding career choices. We are committed to maintaining a stimulating workplace where all employees develop their talents and skills to help protect our customer’s data assets and align IT with business objectives.

Our mission is simple: We listen, we design, we execute. If you are creative, energetic, and a team player and want to play a key role in positioning our brand at the forefront of the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Offensive Security Engineer  / Penetration Tester

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time with flexible work plan.

Job Description

• As a Penetration Tester at Ethnos Cyber Limited, you will perform security assessments, simulate real-world attacks, and help improve clients’ security postures.
• Your role will involve identifying vulnerabilities in applications, networks, and systems while providing actionable recommendations for remediation.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration tests on web applications, networks, and systems to identify security vulnerabilities.
• Simulate cyberattacks, including vulnerability exploitation and post-exploitation scenarios.
• Develop and deliver detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities, risks, and recommended remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal security teams and clients to understand business risks and design secure solutions.
• Assist in developing custom scripts or tools to automate security testing processes.
• Stay updated on the latest security threats, exploits, and trends in the cybersecurity landscape.
• Provide expert guidance to clients on risk mitigation and vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, or red teaming.
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Nessus, and Wireshark.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors and vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, network security, social engineering).
• Relevant certifications (OSCP, CEH, GPEN) are a plus.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation is desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results under minimal supervision.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online