Penetration Tester

6 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Azooa Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Senior Penetration Tester – NV1 | Canberra | Government VAPT Engagement


Project Ref:
PCS‑02940


Location:
Canberra, ACT (Hybrid + Secure Site Access)


Security Clearance:
AGSVA NV1 (Minimum)


Start:
November 2025


Term:
12 months + 2 x 12-month extensions

Azooa
is seeking a highly skilled
Senior Penetration Tester
to lead a Commonwealth cyber security engagement for the
Department of Finance
, as part of our response to RFQ
PCS‑02940
.

The role involves delivering a comprehensive
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Test (VAPT)
of the Department's secure
CyberLock / CyberAudit
system. The work includes testing of
web applications
,
RedHat systems
,
databases
, and
physical security components
(locks, keys, docks, etc.).

Work is primarily based in
Canberra
with hybrid flexibility, and testing will be conducted in a
Zone 4 secure facility
.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and execution of a full-scope VAPT engagement
  • Conduct penetration testing across:
  • CyberAudit software and web interface
  • RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) OS
  • System configurations and databases
  • Physical security components: locks, keypads, docks, hubs
  • Produce comprehensive reporting:
  • Technical findings, remediation guidance, risk assessments
  • Executive summaries suitable for senior stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with:
  • Australian Government
    ISM
  • OWASP
    ,
    OSSTMM
    , and legal/ethical testing standards
  • Operate safely within a high-security environment (Zone 4)
  • Communicate clearly with client stakeholders and respond to testing directives


Required Skills & Experience

  • Current NV1 clearance
    (or ability to obtain)
  • 5+ years' experience in penetration testing roles, ideally in:
  • Federal government
  • Regulated industries
  • Technical expertise in:
  • Linux/RHEL, databases, web app testing, API security
  • Physical security or embedded system testing
  • Proficiency with:
  • Testing frameworks (e.g. OWASP, OSSTMM, NIST)
  • Tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Kali, Metasploit, etc.
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills
  • Experience in secure facility operations or constrained environments


Desirable Qualifications

  • CyberLock or CyberAudit system experience
  • Certifications such as:
  • OSCP
    ,
    CREST CRT/CCT
    ,
    GPEN
    ,
    CRTO
    , or
    CEH
  • Experience delivering VAPT services in government tenders
  • Prior involvement in projects with remediation and validation cycles


Why Join Azooa?

  • Work on a
    nationally significant security project
  • Potential for up to
    3 years
    of follow-on work (contract + extensions)
  • Hybrid flexibility with on-site technical engagement
  • Supportive team culture and strong government partnerships
  • Opportunity to lead secure testing in a structured environment


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