Lead and execute offensive security assessments across web, mobile, thick-client, API, and network environments. Identify and validate vulnerabilities, simulate real-world attacks, perform risk assessments, manage vulnerability lifecycles, and deliver actionable reports. The role also includes improving security processes, managing engagement timelines, communicating with technical and executive audiences, and mentoring security professionals.
LEAD ENGINEER – INFORMATION SECURITY
Department: iTQ Naviq | Experience: 4–6 Years | Location: Trivandrum / Cochin / Bangalore / Chennai
Role Overview
We are looking for a Lead Engineer – Information Security with 4–6 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity testing and offensive security. The candidate will lead and execute security assessments across Web, Mobile, Thick-Client, API, and Network environments, identify and validate vulnerabilities, simulate real-world attack scenarios, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Key Responsibilities
1. Offensive Security Operations
2. Risk Assessment & Reporting
3. Process Improvement & Documentation
4. Leadership & Mentoring
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or offensive security.
• Strong hands-on experience in Web, Mobile (Android/iOS), Thick-Client, API, and Network Penetration Testing..
• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, OWASP Mobile/API Security, PTES, NIST SP 800-115, and MITRE ATT&CK
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Frida, MobSF, and similar security testing tools
• Strong understanding of network protocols, authentication/authorization, encryption, session management, and common exploit techniques.
• Experience in threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability lifecycle management.
• Strong communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.
• Ability to lead engagements, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality reports.
• Certifications are added advantage
Department: iTQ Naviq | Experience: 4–6 Years | Location: Trivandrum / Cochin / Bangalore / Chennai
Role Overview
We are looking for a Lead Engineer – Information Security with 4–6 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity testing and offensive security. The candidate will lead and execute security assessments across Web, Mobile, Thick-Client, API, and Network environments, identify and validate vulnerabilities, simulate real-world attack scenarios, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Key Responsibilities
1. Offensive Security Operations
2. Risk Assessment & Reporting
3. Process Improvement & Documentation
4. Leadership & Mentoring
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or offensive security.
• Strong hands-on experience in Web, Mobile (Android/iOS), Thick-Client, API, and Network Penetration Testing..
• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, OWASP Mobile/API Security, PTES, NIST SP 800-115, and MITRE ATT&CK
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Frida, MobSF, and similar security testing tools
• Strong understanding of network protocols, authentication/authorization, encryption, session management, and common exploit techniques.
• Experience in threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability lifecycle management.
• Strong communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.
• Ability to lead engagements, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality reports.
• Certifications are added advantage
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