Cobalt Core Pentester - Cobalt

Who We Are

The Cobalt Core is a community of highly skilled security pentesters who are passionate about what they do and who are always striving to be at the top of their game. This curated community is made up of security professionals with many years of experience as well as talented pentesters who are eager to learn the trade and show their skills. They all have a strong drive to keep up to date on the latest vulnerabilities and exploits, and the tools and methodologies to find them.

A member of the Cobalt Core believes that sharing ideas and collaborating with peers is the best way to achieve good results.

Please note, this application is for candidates residing in the UK, Germany, and Nordic countries.

Who You Are

• 4+ years of Pentesting or similar experience (mid-level).
• Professional demeanor
• Respectful towards others
• Take pride in the work you produce
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail
• Desire to be an expert within your field
• Deep understanding of application security
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Collaborative spirit

What You'll Do

• Perform manual penetration testing of web applications, APIs, internal and external networks, iOS and Android mobile applications
• Work as a member of a pentest team, collaborating and engaging directly with the client
• Document in detail the results of assessments, audits, tests, and verification activities
• Perform manual validation of vulnerabilities
• Perform mobile and web app pentesting for OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• CREST, PenTest+, GPEN, CEH, OSCP, AWS, CISSP, eCPPT, eWAPT, OSCE, OSWE

Application Process

1. Application: Becoming part of the Cobalt Core is a highly selective process. Preference will be given to applicants who come referred by other Cobalt Core pentesters.
2. Chat with a Cobalt representative: Get to know about Cobalt and share your experience, strengths, and what drives you.
3. Technical Skills Assessment: Demonstrate your technical acumen and reporting.
4. Platform Setup: Background check & ID verification.
5. Start working on projects!