including:
o Web Application Penetration Testing
o Mobile Application Penetration Testing
o Web Services / API Penetration Testing
o Network Penetration Testing
o Thick Client Penetration Testing

Key Responsibilities • Assist in the technical scoping of security testing activities based on client requirements and architecture reviews. • Execute manual penetration testing across multiple domains, including: o Web Application Penetration Testing o Mobile Application Penetration Testing o Web Services / API Penetration Testing o Network Penetration Testing o Thick Client Penetration Testing • Conduct focused security research when not deployed on active engagements. • Analyze and understand complex application, infrastructure, and solution architecture designs to identify security weaknesses. • Provide consultative guidance to stakeholders on vulnerabilities identified, including clear and actionable remediation recommendations, both verbally and in writing. • Prepare high-quality assessment reports with concise risk articulation and business-relevant recommendations. • Enhance and update penetration testing methodologies, processes, playbooks, and standards documentation. • Maintain technical proficiency through ongoing learning, certifications, and structured training paths. • Effectively communicate the services, capabilities, and value proposition of the penetration testing team to internal and external stakeholders. • Leverage automation and scripting, including AI-assisted and AI-integrated approaches, to improve testing efficiency and coverage. • Support vulnerability research and exploit development activities using AI-enabled techniques where appropriate. • Perform security testing for LLM-enabled applications and AI systems,



including validation of common LLM-related risks and misuse scenarios. Required Qualifications • Proven experience in manual Web Application Penetration Testing. • Proven experience in manual Mobile Application Penetration Testing. • Hands-on experience in API / Web Services Penetration Testing. • Hands-on experience in Network Penetration Testing. • Hands-on experience in Thick Client Penetration Testing. • Strong understanding of common vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and remediation approaches across application and infrastructure security. • Proficiency in analyzing complex architectures and identifying potential attack paths. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Ability to provide practical, risk-based, and actionable recommendations to clients. • Experience with security testing tools, manual validation techniques, and scripting/automation to support testing activities. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with automation and scripting for penetration testing use cases.

- Hands-on experience in Web Services / API Penetration Testing. • Hands-on experience in Network Penetration Testing. • Hands-on experience in Thick Client Penetration Testing. • Robust experience with common security testing tools such as Burp Suite,



OWASP ZAP, Metasploit, Postman, Swagger, Nmap, Qualys, SQLMap, and similar tools. • Experience using Kali Linux or other dedicated penetration testing operating system platforms. • Advanced knowledge of network penetration testing, application penetration testing, and architectural security principles. • Familiarity with software security weaknesses, common vulnerability classes, and attack techniques. • Working knowledge of at least one scripting language such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell. • Familiarity with at least one programming language and framework, enabling effective review and testing of application behavior. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical issues to diverse audiences. • Demonstrated experience working with diverse stakeholders, ideally in a global, multi-national environment. • Ability to manage concurrent initiatives with effective prioritization, sound judgment, and strong time management. Preferred Qualifications The following would be advantageous: • Knowledge of or experience with: o OWASP Top 10 o OWASP API Security Top 10 o OWASP Thick Client Top 10 o OWASP LLM Top 10 o MITRE ATT&CK; Framework • Experience in cloud service testing. • Exposure to reverse engineering techniques. • Familiarity with Static Application Security Testing (SAST). • Familiarity with Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST). • Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, OSEP, GPEN, GWAPT, GMOB, eCPPT, or equivalent. • Experience with AI-assisted testing workflows, security assessment of LLM-enabled applications, or modern offensive security automation approaches.

📌 CyberSecurity (Hyderabad)
🏢 Cloudxtreme
📍 Hyderabad