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Penetration Tester & Security Researcher at Pentera · Trevo
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Job Description
About the role
Accelerate Your Career in Cybersecurity
Join Pentera and take your career to the next level in cybersecurity. As a leader in Automated Security Validation, we help businesses around the world safely emulate real-world attacks to uncover their vulnerabilities, just like the world’s best red teams. At Pentera, you will be at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, working on advanced tools that challenge organizations' defenses and push the limits of security testing.
With over 350 team members and 1,300 customers in more than 60 countries, Pentera is a growing company supported by top investors such as Insight Partners, K1, and The Blackstone Group.
If you want to grow your skills, make an impact, and be part of an innovative team, Pentera is the place for you.
We are seeking a talented Penetration Tester & Researcher to lead complex offensive security engagements and groundbreaking research. You will execute sophisticated attack simulations, identify high-value vulnerabilities, and collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture.
This role offers a balance between hands-on technical assessments and original research that shapes the broader cybersecurity community.
What you'll do
Conduct advanced penetration tests across web, mobile, and thick-client applications.
Contribute to internal tools, scripts, and methodologies that enhance efficiency.
Design and simulate real-world attack chains reflecting modern threat actors.
Perform vulnerability research, exploit development, and threat modeling.
Research, develop, and implement offensive security methodologies utilizing AI technologies.
Produce detailed technical reports with actionable remediation strategies.
Collaborate directly with clients to guide mitigation and improve resilience.
Publish research, present findings, and represent Pentera at conferences or in public forums.
Requirements
2-3 years of experience in application penetration testing, including mobile, web, and thick-client applications.
Hands-on experience using AI offensively and attacking AI-powered systems.
Solid technical foundation in networking, operating systems, and cloud.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Fluency in Hebrew and English.
Nice to have
Active participation in bug bounty programs or responsible disclosure initiatives.
Industry certifications such as OSCP, OSWA, OSWE, or OSCE.
Familiarity with cloud and container security, Kubernetes, and IaC.
Experience integrating security practices within development lifecycles.
Proven ability to lead or publish offensive research.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us!