Penetration Testing Analyst

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**Job Description:**At Sun Life, we work together, share common values and encourage growth and achievement.
We offer many career paths that attract a wide variety of talent and skills.
We are seeking a skilled Penetration Testing Analyst specializing in Web Application Penetration Testing to join our dynamic and growing team.
**Preferred skills*** Strong communication skills - able to articulate technical information to both technical and non-technical people through reporting and presentations.
* Knowledge of industry standard frameworks such as OWASP.
* Proficiency with common penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite and Nmap.
* Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python & Bash for automation of testing procedures.
* Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and provide guidance on security measures.
* 2-3 years Penetration Testing experience.
**Qualifications*** BSc in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
* Certifications such as OSCP, OSWA, eWPT, CISSP or CompTIA are desired but not required.
**Responsibilities*** Perform penetration testing (Ethical Hacking) and vulnerability scanning activities for Sun Life's internal and external clients.
* Present reports and data on the findings from penetration testing to the various support teams responsible for these applications.
* Provide guidance for these teams, making recommendations and/or delivering recommendations to ensure any vulnerabilities found are adequately addressed.
* Working with various teams on new projects, helping shape Sun Life's future in the Information Security realm, being able to communicate with confidence using data to support your ideas and recommendations.
* Ensure all processes used by the team are documented thoroughly and adhere to the necessary security standards particularly highly confidential processes.
* Be an advocate for the broader Information Security team providing ongoing support to clients and colleagues providing coaching where necessary.
* Proactively research developments in the Information Security industry looking for opportunities to make improvements for the team and clients.
**Benefits:*** 22 Days Annual Leave - increasing to 25 days based on length of service* Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, Parental Leave* €275 Fitness Reimbursement for gym membership annually* Annual Bonus plan based on Company and Individual Performance* 100% Private Health Insurance cover for employees and 50% contribution for family members from date of hire.
* S&S Club, Wellness Programme, GP Scheme, Flu Vaccines, Eye Care Scheme as well as lots of discounted events and classes* Defined Contribution Pension Scheme**Job Category:**IT - Technology Services**Posting End Date:**17/10/2025**Shine together**At Sun Life, you can be your most brilliant self.
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Our purpose is to help Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
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