Cyber Security Specialist

Dear Aspirants,

We at ValueLabs have an Opening for Senior Security Test Engineer Role . Below is the JD for the same.

Role: Senior Security Test Engineer

Relevant Experience: 10+ Years

Preferable Immediate-15 days Joiners.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Test Engineer to join our dynamic security and compliance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the design, execution, and management of comprehensive security testing initiatives across enterprise-grade applications and systems. With a strong foundation in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) integration, this role will play a pivotal part in safeguarding critical digital assets for clients across diverse industries including media & entertainment, healthcare, financial services, and high-tech.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end security testing efforts including penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, configuration reviews, and API security assessments.
• Develop and maintain security test strategies, test plans, and execution frameworks aligned with industry standards and client requirements.
• Perform advanced manual and automated security testing using tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nessus, Qualys, AppScan, and custom scripts.
• Identify, analyze, and prioritize security vulnerabilities across web, mobile, cloud (Azure/AWS), and API-based systems.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams to embed security testing early and continuously in CI/CD pipelines.
• Author detailed security test reports with clear risk ratings, remediation guidance, and executive summaries for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, attack vectors, and security trends; contribute to internal knowledge sharing and security awareness programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS across client engagements.
• Mentor and guide junior security testers and QA engineers; foster a culture of security excellence.
• Participate in client-facing discussions, present findings, and support remediation efforts through collaboration and technical leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software testing with a strong focus on security testing.
• Proven experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and secure coding practices.
• In-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, and other security frameworks.
• Expertise in testing cloud environments (Azure, AWS), RESTful APIs, and modern web/mobile applications.
• Hands-on experience with security tools: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, AppScan, Nessus, Qualys, etc.
• Strong scripting and automation skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for custom testing and reporting.
• Experience with CI/CD integration of security testing (e.g., SonarQube, SAST/DAST tools).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical issues clearly.
• Experience working in regulated environments (financial services, healthcare, government, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are preferred.

imranmohammed.1@valuelabs.com