We are seeking a certified ethical hacker to help us secure our network against potential threats. You will be responsible for testing our company network, servers, and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities.
As a certified ethical hacker, you will be required to know how to use network and security tools and have an expert-level understanding of computer and network security. This will include an understanding of topics related to encryption and cryptography.
Below are some of the responsibilities a certified professional ethical hacker is expected to assume:
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Ethical hacking and penetration testing
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Vulnerability assessment
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Malware analysis
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Work with other penetration testers and information security analysts
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Web application security
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Social engineering
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Database security
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Reverse engineering
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Network security
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Threat modeling and risk assessment
Below are the qualifications expected of a certified ethical hacker:
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology security, or related field
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Security certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
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Demonstrable expertise in penetration tests, vulnerability assessment, and security monitoring
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Proficiency with the OSI model, TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL, and wireless networking
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Experience with common network infrastructure and security tools
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Familiarity with web applications, including HTTP and SQL injection attacks
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Knowledge of security testing methodologies in accordance with the EC-Council
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
