Penetration Tester jobs in Luxembourg
What Is a Penetration Tester?
A penetration tester, also known as pentester or ethical hacker, has the authority to stimulate a cyber attack on a computer system in order to test the security of the device or systems in place. Pentesters will mimic the actions of cyber attackers who aim to hack into security systems thus uncovering any vulnerabilities in place.
As cyber attacks are becoming a frequent occurrence, penetration testers are being sought out, with this job being in high demand in the cyber security field. It is a challenging but rewarding career, and in order to succeed a broad range of technological knowledge and skills is expected from anyone considering a career in this field.
Main Duties of a Penetration Tester
Penetration testers, or ethical hackers, have a wide range of duties at work. The most common ones cover:
Reconnaissance - gathering data and intel of systems
Searching and scanning open ports
Exploiting systems using advanced tools
Preparing reports
Running virtualisation softwares
Main Required Skills for a Penetration Tester
Analytical
Adaptable
Good decision-making skills
Great oral and written communication skills
Quick thinking
Even though it is a small country, Luxembourg packs a big punch. One of the world’s highest GDP per capita, according to the IMF, it is the second richest country in the world according to buying power per capita. This can be mostly attributed to its thriving financial services industry.
Luxembourg is a mixing pot of culture, it has a trilingual school system featuring German, French and Luxembourgish. A centre of diplomacy, it’s a founding member of NATO, the EU, the UN, the OECD and Benelux. One of the 4 capitals of the EU, it hosts the Court of Justice of the European Union and is home to Schengen village, where the famous Schengen Agreement was signed.
Getting around
Luxembourg offers three main forms of public transport: trams, trains and buses. Not only is it quite easy to get around the city with public transport: since March 1st 2020, all modes of transport are free throughout the country. Even better news: this applies to everyone, from residents, cross-border commuters and even tourists.
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2 days ago
5+ PQE Leveraged Finance Associate
London
Our ClientOur client, a top-tier UK law firm, is seeking a 5+ PQE Leveraged Finance Associate to join their high-performing, cohesive ba...
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2 days ago
Competition Senior Associate
London
Our ClientOur client, a leading law firm, is seeking a qualified Competition Senior Associate to join their growing competition litig...
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2 days ago
Competition Associate - NQ - 4 PQE
London
Our clientA well-established law firm, is seeking a motivated NQ - 4 PQE Competition Associate to join their expanding team. This role o...
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2 days ago
Corporate M&A Associate - 1-3 PQE
London
Our client, A leading international law firm, is seeking a 1-3 PQE Corporate M&A Associate to join their highly regarded London prac...
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2 days ago
Structured Finance Associate
London
Our clientA leading global law firm, is seeking a Structured Finance Associate to join their dynamic finance and real estate team in Lon...
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3 days ago
Private Equity Associate - 5+ PQE
London
Our ClientOur client, a leading private equity firm, is seeking a talented Private Equity Associate to join their London-based team. Th...
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3 days ago
Private Equity Associate - US Firm - ...
London
Our ClientOur client, a highly ranked elite US law firm, is seeking a mid-level Private Equity Associate to join their well-established ...
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3 days ago
Leveraged Finance Associate
London
Our ClientA prestigious NY rates-paying US law firm, is looking to hire multiple talented Leveraged Finance Associates to join their ...
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3 days ago
Structured Finance Associate/Lawyer -...
London
Our ClientOur client, a leading elite US law firm, is experiencing an influx of high-profile and complex structured finance work and...
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3 days ago
Structured Finance Associate/Lawyer (...
London
Our ClientJoin a leading multinational law firm's dynamic Structured Finance team, known for handling complex, high-profile, multi-juri...