Ethical Hacker and Cyber Security Specialist ( Remote) at a Criminology Research Centre Worldwide ( CRCW) - Matshall Academy

Matshall Academy - Our client, Criminology Research Centre Worldwide (CRCW) is an Advanced Research and Educational Body in Europe and Africa, committed towards Practical and Advanced Criminological and security research in aiding government in the fight against crime and terrorism. It's members are made up of Renowned and Elite Criminologists, academias, professors,Ardent Researchers and security agents, and students of Criminology and security studies. Since it's inception in 2015, it has immensely assisted it's members and students actualize thier educational and professional career goals in the realm of Criminology and security practice and management.

The organization, boasts of a large body of valuable men and women who have been aiding and educating the public on security intelligence and community safety. Including how their ignorant habits of dumping of wastes affects and pollutes the Environment; which always leads to Environmental degradation. CRCW, looks at Security from a Holistic Angle; focused on Community security Cyber criminology, Environmental security, personal security, Cyber security, Financial security, Food security and a host of others.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Ethical Hacker and Cyber Security Specialist

Location: Lagos (Remote)
Employment Type: Contract

Work Description

• We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Ethical Hacker to join our cybersecurity team.
• As an Ethical Hacker, you will be responsible for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities in our systems and networks.
• You will use your expertise to simulate cyber-attacks and develop strategies to protect our digital assets.
• Your role will involve conducting penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of our data.
• You will work closely with other IT professionals to implement security measures and provide recommendations for improving our security posture.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various hacking techniques, tools, and methodologies, as well as a deep knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and application security.
• You should be able to think like a hacker to anticipate potential threats and develop effective countermeasures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role.
• If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a proven track record in ethical hacking, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing on networks, applications, and systems.
• Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in various environments.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Develop and implement security measures to protect digital assets.
• Simulate cyber-attacks to test the effectiveness of security controls.
• Collaborate with IT teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest hacking techniques and security trends.
• Document findings and create detailed reports for management.
• Assist in the development of security policies and procedures.
• Train and educate staff on security best practices.
• Participate in incident response and forensic investigations.
• Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform code reviews to identify security flaws.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs.
• Conduct social engineering tests to assess human vulnerabilities.
• Work with third-party vendors to address security issues.
• Develop and maintain security documentation.
• Participate in security-related projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent certification.
• Proven experience in ethical hacking and penetration testing.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and application security.
• Familiarity with various hacking tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to think like a hacker to anticipate potential threats.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with security tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Wireshark.
• Understanding of cloud security and virtualization technologies.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
• Experience with incident response and forensic investigations.
• Knowledge of social engineering techniques.
• Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and threats.
• Willingness to continuously improve skills and knowledge.
• No criminal Record.
• Trust and Honesty will be tested.

Benefits

• Salary: N100,000 - N200,000 per month
• Payment is subject to clients demand and offer.

Application Closing Date
19th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a link to the portfolio of their works, and also an updated CV and picture to: criminologyresearchcentreworld@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Qualified candiadates will be contacted via phone call.