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What makes a strong Penetration Tester CV
- List certifications: OSCP, CEH, PNPT, CRTO, GPEN, GWAPT — these carry significant weight
- Specify testing domains: web application, network, mobile, cloud, social engineering, red team
- Quantify findings: critical/high vulnerabilities discovered, security posture improvements
- List tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Bloodhound, Cobalt Strike, Nessus
- Include CVE discoveries, bug bounty awards, or CTF achievements
Key skills employers look for
Web Application Testing
OWASP Top 10, Burp Suite, SQLi, XSS, CSRF, SSRF, IDOR, API testing
Network & Infrastructure
Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, AD attacks (Bloodhound, Mimikatz), lateral movement
Red Team Operations
C2 frameworks (Cobalt Strike, Havoc), phishing, initial access, persistence, reporting
Cloud & Mobile
AWS/Azure/GCP security assessments, container escapes, Android/iOS app testing
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