86 Ethical Hacking jobs in South Africa
Information Security Analyst II
Posted 12 days ago
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To analyse information security related tasks within the ambit of existing information security policies, standards and processes, procedures and practices as well as business rules. Working independently to deliver on work tasks. Mentor Administrators and Analyst I. Collaborate with other specialists to execute analysis work tasks, perform operational tasks, question, recommend and update improvements to the existing policies, process and procedures. To ensure stability and up-time for areas the incumbent takes responsibility for, which could require availability on demand to perform job related duties outside of normal working hours.
Job Responsibilities- We are looking for a suitable resource with general network security or web security experience to alleviate work pressures on our current team members
- Experience with Email and Web Proxies
- DNS Security knowledge
- Experience with Microsoft O365
- Assist with support of current email and web security tasks
- Liaise with other teams to promote good security practices and explain security procedures
- Experience with Security Technologies
- Building relationships with I&O Teams
- Oversee the implementation of the information security changes and check for the short comings and risks.
- Interpret MIS and system logs/ reports with the view to analyse and correct any deviations against standards and best practices.
- Participate in the implementation of new products as provided in the selection criteria.
- Act as the 1st point of problem resolution for non routine incidents and 1st line support for problems.
- Ensure compliance to standards and practises by familiarizing and keeping abreast of information security policies, rules, standards and processes, procedures and practices as well as business rules.
- Document and maintain all relevant processes and procedures mindful of current policies and standards.
- Create and maintain information security standards.
- Oversee and monitor the information security environment according to set standards.
- Review and contribute to project documentation including business requirements, designs and implementation.
- Create design documentation according to relevant standards and practices
- Implement specific Information security technologies.
- Gain further exposure and experience on multiple technologies by job shadowing Information Security analysts III and Technical Specialist.
- Log submit and implement low, medium and high risk changes independently.
- Provide guidance and supervision to Administrators and Analyst I on implementation and changes.
- Oversee and ensure change was successful in certain cases and when required perform unit testing.
- Oversee and ensure back-ups are done, documents are stored and statuses updated.
- Analyse logs and reports independently and provide supervision to Administrators and Analyst I.
- Monitor and action Service Manager low, medium and high impact incidents and e-mails related to Information Security.
- Ensure job related tasks and processes are in place.
- Ensure that the logging and submitting of all relevant incidents have taken place and resolve low, medium and high incidents.
- Conduct risk and root cause analyses around exceptions, queries, incidents as per operational procedures with the relevant internal and external stakeholders and provide feedback, confirm stakeholder satisfaction.
- Keep abreast of legislation and other industry changes that impacts on role by reading the relevant newsletters, websites and attending sessions.
- Improve personal capability and to stay abreast of developments in field of expertise by identify training courses and career progression opportunities for self through input and feedback from managers.
- Ensure information is provided correctly to stakeholders by maintaining knowledge sharing knowledge with team.
- Transfer of knowledge to team members.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance processes, systems and policies and support implementation of new processes, policies and systems.
- Strong knowledge of Information Security Principles
- Ensuring security best practices are implemented , safeguarding network infrastructure against any potential threats
- Knowledge of Email Security
- Experience with Email Security Technologies
- Experience Service Now
- Experience Microsoft O365
- Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
- Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees
- CCNA - Security
- Security +
- Network +
- MS Azure Certifications – MS 365
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an IT operations team dealing with the network Security tasks
Technical / Professional Knowledge- Administrative procedures and systems
- Data analysis
- Governance, Risk and Controls
- Principles of project management
- Relevant regulatory knowledge
- Relevant software and systems knowledge
- Cluster Specific Operational Knowledge
- System Development Life cycle(SDLC)
- TCP/IP
- Information Security terms and definitions
- Information Security policies and procedures
- Communication
- Customer Focus
- Initiating Action
- Managing Work
- Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills
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#J-18808-LjbffrSecurity Analyst - Penetration Testing & Red Teaming
Posted 10 days ago
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Our client is looking for a talented Security Analyst who is ready to take on a variety of security assessments and grow their career in a high-energy, cutting-edge environment.
Responsibilities:
Penetration Testing:
- Collaborate within a team of experts to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests across a wide range of technologies.
- Assess network, application (web and thick client), mobile, wireless, social engineering, and physical security, using both automated and manual techniques.
- Engage with clients professionally to deliver insights and constructive feedback, ensuring their security needs are met.
- Dive deep into security topics like network, database, and application security, developing your expertise along the way.
- Leverage your skills with penetration testing tools to uncover vulnerabilities and improve security measures.
Red Teaming:
- Become part of an elite Red Team, focusing on reconnaissance using open-source intelligence (OSINT) to gather actionable data.
- Take the lead in compromising systems by identifying vulnerabilities in people, processes, and technology.
- Develop and deploy command-and-control servers and custom payloads, establishing persistence within target environments.
- Evolve your craft by creating new tools, techniques, and procedures to avoid detection by defenders.
- Work on escalation, maintaining long-term access to compromised networks, and exfiltrating critical data.
Research and Development:
- Stay ahead of the curve by researching and identifying new vulnerabilities, focusing on high-profile products and systems.
- Understand and analyze the latest tactics used by threat actors to craft innovative security strategies.
- Develop and refine attack methodologies that will be used to strengthen future defensive efforts.
Requirements:
Experience:
- 2-5 years' hands-on Penetration Testing, including a strong background in network, mobile, web, and wireless security assessments.
- Strong understanding of common vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools.
- Ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex security challenges.
- Strong communication skills for both internal collaboration and client-facing interactions.
- Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on the latest in cybersecurity.
Network Security Analyst
Posted 3 days ago
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OverviewLocation: Remote a0 South Africa
We7re looking for a highly skilled Network Security Analyst to join our forward-thinking, security-driven team. In this role, you7ll be the guardian of our digital infrastructured ensuring that firewalls, network rules, and security configurations are robust, compliant, and ready to face emerging threats.
Responsibilities- Manage and resolve firewall-related tickets efficiently.
- Add, modify, and optimize firewall rules in line with security best practices.
- Configure Palo Alto firewalls confidently and effectively.
- Implement secure changes without disrupting business operations.
- Monitor and analyze security systems to proactively prevent breaches.
- Proven experience managing and configuring Palo Alto firewalls.
- Strong understanding of firewall rule creation and security change management.
- Familiarity with common security protocols and network monitoring tools.
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Experience working with Checkpoint firewalls.
- Exposure to other enterprise security solutions.
- 100% remote work e operate from anywhere in South Africa.
- Competitive salary aligned with experience.
- Join a dynamic, security-focused team with cutting-edge tools and projects.
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Contract
- Job function: Information Technology
- Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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#J-18808-LjbffrTechnical Security Analyst
Posted 8 days ago
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Job Title: Technical Security Analyst
Reports To: Associate Director, Security
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, remote position in South Africa only
As a Technical Security Analyst at Netstock, you will be at the frontline of defending our digital environment by identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats with precision and context. You’ll leverage your expertise in forensic analysis, vulnerability assessment, and threat intelligence to investigate incidents, interpret complex server logs, and assess the true business impact of vulnerabilities. This role is ideal for a technically skilled professional who understands risk and thrives in high stakes scenarios.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, compliance, and IT to ensure that security incidents are swiftly contained, vulnerabilities are correctly prioritized, and risks are well-communicated. Your ability to see the bigger picture while navigating the technical details will directly strengthen our security posture.
From interpreting CVEs to leading incident reviews, your input will shape how we protect our infrastructure and our customers. If you’re passionate about forensics, threat response, and building resilient systems in a modern, cloud-based environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsible for conducting forensic evidence gathering during security incidents, interpreting system and application logs, and identifying indicators of compromise. This role requires a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, familiarity with server environments, and hands-on experience with vulnerability and threat analysis.
Responsibilities
- Collect and preserve forensic evidence from servers, endpoints, and cloud environments in a forensically sound manner
- Access, read, and interpret server logs, audit trails, and system data to support investigations
- Analyze logs for suspicious activity, privilege escalations, lateral movement, and known attack signatures
- Support segregation of duties analysis and remediation
- Analyze the technical and business impact of identified vulnerabilities or attack vectors using threat intelligence and risk management principles
- Evaluate the likelihood and potential consequence of exploitation, and provide context-based risk ratings and mitigation recommendations
- Collaborate with DevOps, Dev, IT and Security teams during incident response, ensuring proper containment and root cause analysis
- Maintain awareness of emerging vulnerabilities, actively working with CVEs and threat intelligence to assess risk
- Provide post-incident reporting with detailed timelines, evidence, and mitigation recommendations
- Ensure forensic/investigation activities align with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)
- Vulnerability Management - Track patching and configuration compliance across systems
- Proactively search for signs of compromise using hypothesis-based techniques
- Use threat intelligence feeds and TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) to identify abnormal patterns
- Build and refine detection logic based on observed environment behavior
- Create custom log correlation rules and detection use cases
- Review server, database, and application configurations for security misconfigurations
- Assist with internal or third-party penetration testing exercises
- Validate reported vulnerabilities and test exploitability in controlled environments
- Help develop realistic tabletop scenarios and user training content
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Proficiency in forensic tools and techniques
- Generalist understanding of server infrastructure, system privileges, and core security concepts
- Ability to parse and correlate various log formats (syslog, Windows Event Logs, cloud audit logs, etc.)
- Proficient in reviewing and interpreting log data across different platforms (Windows, Linux, cloud, network appliances)
- Experience with CVE tracking, vulnerability scanners, and mitigation workflows
- Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001 and common infosec frameworks
- Solid grasp of risk management principles (likelihood vs. impact, asset value, threat actor profiling, etc.)
- Experience assessing the business relevance of technical vulnerabilities and translating findings for stakeholders
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- Hands-on incident response or blue team roles
- Exposure to SIEM platforms
- Understanding of chain-of-custody and legal considerations in evidence handling
- Experience in environments with regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with common services: SSH, DNS, HTTP(S), SMB, RDP
- IDS/IPS knowledge
- Ability to track vulnerabilities through to remediation
- Exposure to ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK
- Ability to perform hypothesis-driven hunts and pivot off findings
- Knowledge of cloud platforms: AWS, Linode, Hetzner
- Understanding of the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
This position is subject to pre-employment screening, however candidates will not be unfairly discriminated against.
We receive a high number of applications per role and therefore ONLY successful applicants will be contacted.
This role is open to residents of the Republic of South Africa. Although we may consider candidates with permanent residency, preference will be given to citizens of the Republic of South Africa.
Working with us
Netstock was founded with a clear vision: To give the hungry up-and-comers the capability to level the playing field and compete with the industry giants. Working here means embracing that “challenger” mentality: We are smart, scrappy fighters, building our edge with the agility to move faster than the big guys — pioneering smarter ways to work and innovating new ways to deliver powerfully easy to use technologies for our customers.
About us
Netstock is the driving force accelerating the growth of organizations worldwide. Over the last 15 years, we’ve built out a regional presence that gives us deep insights into supply chain planning factors in each industry. We continue to enhance our supply chain planning solutions, making our predictive engine smarter, accelerating automation, and adding sophisticated new capabilities such as AI and machine learning.
You can read more about Netstock’s history and our product offering at Netstock
#J-18808-LjbffrPhysical Security Analyst
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Teraco Data Environments
2025/07/24 Gauteng
Job Reference Number: PSA_JB3
Department: Security
Business Unit
Industry: Information Technology
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
This role is an administrative role. The Physical Security Analyst will be responsible for performing the day-to-day operations, management and administration of the physical security access control and CCTV system, keeping track of physical assets and client reporting.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This role is an administrative role. The Physical Security Analyst will be responsible for performing the day-to-day operations, management and administration of the physical security access control and CCTV system, keeping track of physical assets and client reporting. The role is responsible for tracking and ensuring closure of security vulnerabilities, management and closure of tickets within SLA, and updating policies and procedures to improve security posture.
Main Functions Of The Job
- Action physical access request tickets to the Access Control System in line with Teraco policies. This requires a high degree of attention to detail, and compliance to policies.
- Track and allocate tickets to team members for action. Ensure tickets are addressed within required timelines.
- Analyze logs and data sets from various sources to formulate reporting for internal usage e.g. data integrity assessments etc.
- Analyze logs and data sets from various sources to formulate reporting for Teraco clients.
- Track percentage of data integrity issues successfully verified & closed within the specified timeframe.
- Ensure scheduled checks, calibrations, and inspections (CCTV, access control, metal detectors, perimeter fences) are completed on time.
- Logging and updating calls via the ticketing system.
- Driving closure and tracking progress to ensure timely remediation for incident Management specific to security systems.
- Client specific monthly reporting.
- ISO 27001, PCI, ISAE 3402 Type II compliance, monitoring and reporting, as it relates to supported systems.
- The use of vulnerability management for IoT and OT devices using third-party tools, including identification, assessment, and remediation tracking by logging of tickets for action by team members and ensuring tasks are closed timeously.
- System Uptime: Validation of percentage of time that all security systems (CCTV, access control, metal detectors) are operational and functional by leveraging data sets provided from various sources.
- Escalate and track calls that require the attention of the IT team by utilizing the correct escalations channels
- Document security administration procedures, implement the procedures as agreed and ensure evidence in respect of procedures is retained as per documented.
- Liaising with vendors for replacement stock or spares for maintenance & maintain critical stock levels.
- Adherence to standard operating procedures and to IT security governance and policies.
- Take initiative in consultation with Security Systems Manager to improve IT security and better fulfil the needs of the user-base.
- Validation of handover documentation for the testing of new installations for both standard and non-standard projects.
- Ad-hoc duties.
- Review & validation of new/old, mapped camera’s according to security risk reviews.
Skills Requirement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Active listening – ability to understand requirements
- Ability to communicate in English
- Diligent: Even when it becomes a hassle must be willing to see an issue through to resolution.
- Good prioritization and organization skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive problem solver
- Ability to work independently & a positive team player
- Self-motivated
- Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience
- Responsible for continued learning and self-development
- All activities performed on time
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
- Matric
- Experience in Vendor Management and related SLA’s
- Previous experience in supporting a VMS system or IP camera network (Advantageous)
- Driver’s license and own car essential
- IT Diploma/Certificate or equivalent NQF Level 6
- 4 years’ experience in process or document administration in a technical environment
- A+
- N+
- Microsoft Excel
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Finance and Sales
- Industries Facilities Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrOffensive Security Analyst
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S-RM Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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S-RM Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Offensive Security Analysts support our delivery consultants running our offensive security services. They help to interpret client challenges, innovate solutions, and deliver findings. Our aim is to become trusted advisors to our clients.
You will work across the full spectrum of our pentesting services, whether point in time or continuous, as well as participate in larger engagements such as red teams. You will help our clients to build cyber resilience, enhance their understanding of the threat landscape and become better prepared to face dynamic and evolving security risks.
1.1 Main Duties And Responsibilities
Client Engagement and Account Management
- Engage with clients to understand their cyber security challenges
- Translate client challenges into solutions that fit S-RM's Offensive Security service offering and value proposition
- Develop an understanding of delivery timelines, project resourcing requirements and pricing
- Understand S-RM's proposal process and lead on proposal writing and presentations in some cases
- Contribute to the expansion of client accounts and winning of new business
- Gain an understanding of S-RM's target sectors and industries
- Penetration testing
- Vulnerability assessments and monitoring
- External infrastructure
- External Attack Surface Management
- Web application
- API pentesting
- Phishing and spear phishing
- Internal pentesting
- Mobile application pentesting (Android and iOS)
- OT Pentesting
- IOT Pentesting
- Cloud Pentesting
- Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) gathering
- Configuration Reviews
- Cloud configuration review
- Application configuration review
- Hardware build review
- Firewall review
- Delivery & Client communications
- Deliver findings in a range of formats, including written reports, presentations, and verbal briefings
- Threat Intelligence
- Keep abreast of threat intelligence developments, threat actor activity and security industry developments in mitigations and tooling
- Develop and deliver client threat profiles, threat assessments and dark web analysis
- Support vCISO engagements, accessing the full range of S-RM's resources and expertise
- Collaborate with incident response, ethical hacking, and digital forensics teams to integrate our services and support to clients
- Support the delivery of retainer relationships
- Support the delivery of the Attack Surface Management (ASM) service
- Support internal initiatives on product development, process management, tech enablement, efficiency and exploring different ways to support clients
- Contribute to the adaption of security frameworks to create innovative products
- Challenge received wisdom and existing products and services. Suggest alternative approaches where appropriate
- Develop documentation and evolve the testing methodologies where applicable
- Commit to continuous professional development and personal knowledge improvement across the full range of cyber security competencies, in line with personal utilisation targets (see Objectives)
- Complete up to one formal training course over the financial year. This is beyond internal training sessions
- Share knowledge with the wider team in line with company values, including contributing to internal training initiatives and programmes
- Seniority level Entry level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Information Technology
- Industries Security and Investigations
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Physical Security Analyst
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This role is an administrative role. The Physical Security Analyst will be responsible for performing the day-to-day operations, management and administration of the physical security access control and CCTV system, keeping track of physical assets and client reporting. The role is responsible for tracking and ensuring closure of security vulnerabilities, management and closure of tickets within SLA, and updating policies and procedures to improve security posture.
MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
- Action physical access request tickets to the Access Control System in line with Teraco policies. This requires a high degree of attention to detail, and compliance to policies.
- Track and allocate tickets to team members for action. Ensure tickets are addressed within required timelines.
- Analyze logs and data sets from various sources to formulate reporting for internal usage e.g. data integrity assessments etc.
- Analyze logs and data sets from various sources to formulate reporting for Teraco clients.
- Track percentage of data integrity issues successfully verified & closed within the specified timeframe.
- Ensure scheduled checks, calibrations, and inspections (CCTV, access control, metal detectors, perimeter fences) are completed on time.
- Logging and updating calls via the ticketing system.
- Driving closure and tracking progress to ensure timely remediation for incident Management specific to security systems.
- Client specific monthly reporting.
- ISO 27001, PCI, ISAE 3402 Type II compliance, monitoring and reporting, as it relates to supported systems.
- The use of vulnerability management for IoT and OT devices using third-party tools, including identification, assessment, and remediation tracking by logging of tickets for action by team members and ensuring tasks are closed timeously.
- System Uptime: Validation of percentage of time that all security systems (CCTV, access control, metal detectors) are operational and functional by leveraging data sets provided from various sources.
- Escalate and track calls that require the attention of the IT team by utilizing the correct escalations channels
- Document security administration procedures, implement the procedures as agreed and ensure evidence in respect of procedures is retained as per documented.
- Liaising with vendors for replacement stock or spares for maintenance & maintain critical stock levels.
- Adherence to standard operating procedures and to IT security governance and policies.
- Take initiative in consultation with Security Systems Manager to improve IT security and better fulfil the needs of the user-base.
- Validation of handover documentation for the testing of new installations for both standard and non-standard projects.
- Ad-hoc duties.
- Review & validation of new/old, mapped camera’s according to security risk reviews.
SKILLS REQUIREMENT
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Active listening – ability to understand requirements li>Ability to communicate in English
- Diligent: Even when it becomes a hassle must be willing to see an issue through to resolution.
- Good prioritization and organization skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive problem solver
- Ability to work independently & a positive team player
- Self-motivated
- Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience
- Responsible for continued learning and self-development
- All activities performed on time
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Matric
- Experience in Vendor Management and related SLA’s li>Previous experience in supporting a VMS system or IP camera network (Advantageous)
- Driver’s license and own car essential li>IT Diploma/Certificate or equivalent NQF Level 6
- 4 years’ experience in process or document administration in a technical environment li>A+
- N+
- Microsoft Excel
Penetration Tester (Security Analyst)
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ENVIRONMENT
A leading cybersecurity company based in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Red Team Penetration Tester /Security Analyst to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of hands-on experience in Penetration Testing, with a strong background in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities across various environments. This role involves conducting comprehensive security assessments, including but not limited to network, mobile, web, thick-client, wireless, social engineering, and physical penetration testing. The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing security risks, providing actionable recommendations, and collaborating with clients and internal teams to enhance overall cybersecurity posture. If you are passionate about ethical hacking, threat analysis, and proactive security measures, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
DUTIES Penetration Testing Duties- Work as part of a vulnerability assessment and /or penetration testing team, taking direction from line managers and executing directives in a thorough and timely fashion
- Conduct vulnerability assessments on a wide variety of technologies and implementations utilising both automated tools and manual techniques
- Conduct network penetration tests
- Conduct application penetration tests (web and thick client)
- Conduct wireless and mobile security assessments
- Conduct social engineering assessments
- Conduct physical security assessments
- Effectively communicate successes and obstacles with fellow team members and line managers
- Interface with client contact(s) and staff in a constructive and professional manner
- Develop subject matter expertise in topics to include network, database, wireless and application security assessments and adversarial network operations
- Utilise common vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools
- Working as part of a Red Team and assisting with the following duties (but not limited to):
- Initial reconnaissance – open-source intelligence (OSINT) for collecting information on the targets
- Initial compromise – gaining a foothold into the target environment through targeting weaknesses in people, process and / or technology.
- Deploy command-and-control servers (C&C or C2) and custom payloads to establish communication / persistence in the target’s network.
- Develop tools, techniques and procedures to evade detection by blue team (including the development of custom payloads)
- Escalate privileges and maintain persistence
- Exfiltrate and / or complete objectives
- Research new vulnerabilities with a focus on high-profile products
- Understand the terminology and tactics employed by threat actors Research new attack methods
- Minimum 2-5 years of Penetration Testing experience required Including conducting different types of assessments, such as network, mobile, web, thick, wireless, social engineering, physical, etc.
- Previous Red Team experience required