Penetration Tester jobs in New York
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
New York City
New York is known as the cultural, financial, and media capital of the world. Home to the headquarters of the United Nations, its residents speak over 800 languages and over 60 million people visit the city every year to take it all in.
New York is home to Wall Street and the two largest stock exchanges in the world and it’s known as the most financially powerful city in the world with more billionaires in residence than any other city. For over 200 years, the "Big Apple" has been the centre of opportunities where dreams and accomplishments can be big, and is known for it fast pace, which is unrivalled.
Getting around
Put a New York City map in front of you, and you will see how easy it is to get around town. Most of Manhattan's neighbourhoods are after all quite self-descriptive: Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and so on.
Commuting to word can be as easy as putting on a pair of walking shoes: many New Yorkers walk to their destination. If walking isn't your forte, public transit is another great option - or hailing one of its famous yellow cabs. New York is known for its inexpensive and environmentally-friendly rail system, or "subway".
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