Cybersecurity Specialist

2 months ago


Whistler, British Columbia, Canada If Vahinkovakuutus Oyj Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Cyber Test Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Test Engineer to join our team at If Vahinkovakuutus Oyj. As a Cyber Test Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting and participating in offensive security tests against our applications and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and participate in offensive security tests against If's applications and systems.
  • Assess security maturity of networks, assets, hardware, platforms, and applications from an adversary point of view.
  • Plan security testing roadmap.
  • Run and maintain automated security scan solutions and attack surface management tools.
  • Support Site Reliability Engineers team and collaborate with development teams to address security defects before, after, and during development.
  • Develop and maintain tools and techniques for security testing and attack surface management.
  • Participate in developing internal processes and frameworks around security testing.
  • Lead and collaborate on additional projects, assignments, or initiatives as required.

Requirements:

  • At least two years performing security testing as a primary job responsibility, including the use of professional penetration testing tools.
  • Sound understanding of application and network security vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10), defense techniques, and security best practices.
  • Experience with modern application development languages and frameworks (e.g., js, Java, Python, React, Angular).
  • Basic scripting skills in PowerShell and Visual Basic are considered as an advantage.
  • Capabilities to communicate fluently in English, both written and oral.

What We Offer:

  • Career and development opportunities in the biggest insurance company in the Nordics.
  • Social activities, as well as a highly skilled professional environment.