Penetration Test Consultant

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

About The Team
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy. Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

About The Role
The Penetration Testing Consultant in Thales is responsible for leading projects,

delivering high quality reports, developing client relationships and mentoring other members

of the team.

The role will be based in Sydney or Melbourne and will require the successful applicant to undergo an Australian Police check. Australian citizenship is required along with willingness to complete NV1 security clearance.

You will be asked to:

• Web Applications and Web Services
• iOS/Android Mobile Applications
• External and Internal infrastructure analysing applications/infrastructure to find security vulnerabilities and exploits
• Ensuring the company's penetration tests are compliant to bespoke security standards
• Assist in improvement of security testing processes
• Assist in research and development projects
• Deliver end-to-end engagements including initial scoping, meetings (pre-sales), delivery, QA and close-out with customer stakeholders at both a senior and technical level.
• Provide detailed yet concise reports for the customer (at both executive and technical levels) describing findings, outlining severe and less severe risks and recommendations for remediation

About You
Ideally you will bring with you:

• Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions with sound judgment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills to accurately outline security concepts, and recommend security controls to experienced security professionals
• Experience developing web and infrastructure exploits for identified vulnerabilities
• Proactive research and interest in emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
• Skills to utilise and develop testing methodologies to provide effective technical assurance
• Reporting skills to support results of penetration tests with data, for presentation to technical employees, managers, and executives
• Strong ability to articulate business risk and impact to better advise the business
• Certifications including CP, OSCP

Our Benefits
In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the ThalesFlex program
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• Extra leave day per year

It's easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don't see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We're committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We're proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there's always more we can do. We'll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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