Penetration Tester (Associate)
Location: Gurugram / Remote
Experience: 0-3 Years
Compensation: ₹3,00,000 Per Annum
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
OculusIT is looking for a highly motivated and passionate Associate Penetration Tester who is eager to build a career in offensive security. This role is designed for early-career cybersecurity professionals who possess a strong technical foundation, curiosity, and a willingness to learn advanced penetration testing techniques under the guidance of senior team members.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist senior pentesters in security assessment engagements.
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Participate in internal and external vulnerability assessments.
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Perform reconnaissance and enumeration activities.
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Execute basic penetration testing tasks under supervision.
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Support web application and network security testing activities.
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Assist in vulnerability validation and evidence collection.
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Develop technical documentation and assessment notes.
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Participate in security research and proof-of-concept testing.
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Learn and apply offensive security methodologies.
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Support report generation and remediation verification activities.
Required Knowledge
Candidates should demonstrate understanding of:
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Networking Fundamentals
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TCP/IP
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DNS
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HTTP/HTTPS
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Operating System Concepts
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Windows Security
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Linux Administration
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Authentication Mechanisms
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Common Cyber Attack Vectors
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OWASP Top 10
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Basic Active Directory Concepts
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Vulnerability Assessment Methodologies
Desired Skills
Exposure to any of the following is preferred:
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Kali Linux
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Burp Suite
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Nmap
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Nessus
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Wireshark
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Metasploit
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OWASP ZAP
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GitHub Security Projects
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Hack The Box
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TryHackMe
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PortSwigger Academy
Certifications Preferred
Any of the following certifications will be advantageous:
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Security+
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CEH
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eJPT
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SC-900
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Google Cybersecurity Certificate
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Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
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Cisco CyberOps Associate
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or pursuing degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related field.
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Strong desire to build a career in penetration testing.
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Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Willingness to learn from senior security professionals.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Success Profile
The ideal candidate is:
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Curious and self-driven.
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Passionate about ethical hacking.
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Active in cybersecurity learning platforms.
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Interested in offensive security and attack techniques.
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Eager to progress toward certifications such as OSCP, PNPT, or CRTO.
Growth Path
Associate Penetration Tester Penetration Tester Senior Penetration Tester Lead Penetration Tester Offensive Security Manager
