Lead Penetration Tester (PROJ-4807)

Canberra
11 September 2026
PV
Application ends: 22 September 2026
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Deadline date:
22 September 2026
$150 - $170

Job Description

Remote is seeking experienced Penetration Testers to assess the security of ICT applications and gateway infrastructure. The Penetration Testers will plan and conduct targeted security testing using appropriate techniques, frameworks and tools to identify configuration weaknesses, vulnerabilities and other faults that may affect security or business operations. They will document testing approaches and results, produce clear reports, and recommend practical technical solutions to strengthen the organisation’s security posture. ( LH-07643)

Role Description

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Conduct penetration testing of ICT applications and gateway infrastructure. 

  • Utilise a number of penetration testing techniques, frameworks and tools. 

  • Develop specific plans and procedures for penetration tests. 

  • Record approaches, techniques and results for reporting. 

  • Create and maintain reporting on penetration tests and recommend technical solutions for identified vulnerabilities. 

Technical skills

  • Demonstrated experience conducting penetration tests


Essential criteria

  • Penetration Testing and conducting Simulated Attack Exercises: Level 5 (CIISEC)
    Uses commercial and bespoke tools to conduct complex penetration testing without close supervision and/or leads teams undertaking complex penetration tests. Undertakes penetration exploits as part of a simulated attack exercise under direction. Appropriate and relevant certifications include CHECK Team Leader, CREST Certified Tester (Infrastructure or Web Applications) or equivalents.