Penetration Tester Responsibilities
The Penetration test process typically identifies the target systems and a particular goal, then reviews available information and undertakes various means to attain that goal.
A penetration test target may be a white box (which provides background and system information) or black box (which provides only basic or no information except the company name).
Penetration testers, also known as “Ethical Hackers, White Hat Hackers” are highly skilled security specialists that spend their days attempting to breach computer and network security systems. These testers work in the information technology (IT) field to ensure that those without authorization cannot access an organization’s data. They do this by trying to hack into networks to identify potential vulnerabilities in the system.
Penetration tester understand complex computer systems and technical cyber security terms. carry out remote testing of a client’s network or onsite testing of their infrastructure to expose weaknesses in security. plan and create penetration methods, scripts and tests. Carry out application, network, systems and infrastructure penetration tests. create reports and recommendations from his findings. advise on methods to fix or lower security risks to systems.
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