VAPT SPECIALIST

About the company

Company Description Techware Professional Services Ltd is a leading IT company, established in 2017, providing end-to-end IT services and solutions across Nigeria and West Africa. The organization supports enterprise customers in both public and private sectors, with a strong presence in Banking, Insurance, Telecom, Health, Retail, and Government. Techware focuses on delivering reliable, secure, and scalable technology solutions tailored to complex business environments. Team members collaborate on critical projects that drive digital transformation and strengthen cyber resilience across the region.

Your tasks

About the Role We are seeking a skilled VAPT Specialist to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and systems. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work onsite in a collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on applications, networks, and infrastructure.
• Identify security gaps and provide actionable remediation recommendations.
• Develop and maintain testing methodologies, scripts, and tools.
• Prepare detailed reports on findings, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and security teams to strengthen overall security posture.
• Stay updated with emerging threats, exploits, and industry best practices.
• Available for sales meetings or client engagements when required.
• Mentoring and supervising interns assigned.
• Complying with all client-specific policies, compliance standards, and access protocols.
• Maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality in carrying out obligations.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3–4 years of hands-on experience in VAPT.
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Solid understanding of OWASP Top 10, network protocols, and system vulnerabilities.
• Experience with reporting and documentation of security findings.
• Relevant certifications (CEH, OSCP, GPEN, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects with cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

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