VAPT Associate Director - Cyber

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VAPT Associate Director

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead

    end-to-end VAPT engagements

    across web, mobile, network, APIs, and cloud environments.
  • Design and implement

    penetration testing strategies

    aligned with client security requirements.
  • Oversee and review detailed VAPT reports, ensuring findings are accurate, prioritized, and business-focused.
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to

    develop security roadmaps

    and recommend remediation strategies.
  • Manage and mentor a team of VAPT professionals, driving skill development and capability enhancement.
  • Engage in

    pre-sales and proposal discussions

    , providing technical expertise during client pitches.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, frameworks, and client-specific security policies.
  • Stay updated on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, and industry trends.

Key Skills & Qualifications

  • 8+ years

    of experience in

    VAPT, offensive security, or ethical hacking

    , including at least

    3+ years in leadership roles

    .
  • Strong technical expertise in:
  • Web & mobile application security
  • Network and infrastructure penetration testing
  • Cloud security assessments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Secure code review and API testing
  • Proficiency in tools such as

    Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, Nmap, OWASP ZAP, Kali Linux, Cobalt Strike, Qualys, etc.

  • Solid knowledge of security standards and frameworks (

    OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001

    ).

Preferred Certifications

  • OSCP

    (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
  • OSWE / OSEP

  • CEH

    (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • CPT / GPEN / GXPN

  • CISSP

    (preferred but not mandatory)

Soft Skills

  • Strong stakeholder management and client-facing communication.
  • Ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.
  • Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
  • Strategic mindset with a hands-on technical approach.

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