Key Skills and Qualifications: Experience: Minimum of 3 years in penetration testing or ethical hacking. Certifications: Strongly preferred certifications like OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor). Technical Skills: Proficiency in penetration testing tools such as Kali Linux , Burp Suite , Metasploit , Nessus , etc. Strong knowledge of network security , web application security , cloud security , and mobile application security . Familiarity with programming/scripting languages like Python , Bash , Ruby , PowerShell , or JavaScript . In-depth understanding of TCP/IP , DNS , HTTP/S , SSL/TLS , and other network protocols. Solid understanding of common attack techniques like SQL injection , XSS , CSRF , buffer overflow , and others. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and reporting.