Penetration Testing Analyst
Posted: 01/08/2026
Job Number: Mml6VldCRWZ2ZGw5bHpzdU1ST0Ridz09
Pay Rate: 80-90 Hourly CAD
Job Description
Job Title: Penetration Testing Analyst
Location: Onsite (Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Penetration Testing Analyst to join a cybersecurity team responsible for safeguarding enterprise IT systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment, and exploit development. This role involves hands-on testing, compliance assurance, and collaboration with internal security teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Onsite (Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Penetration Testing Analyst to join a cybersecurity team responsible for safeguarding enterprise IT systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, penetration testing methodologies, vulnerability assessment, and exploit development. This role involves hands-on testing, compliance assurance, and collaboration with internal security teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct internal and external penetration tests on networks and applications.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and exploit development.
- Execute security audits and analyze security policies and standards.
- Assess physical security controls where applicable.
- Provide knowledge transfer and collaborate with cybersecurity team members.
- Prepare and present detailed security assessment reports.
- Demonstrated experience working as a Penetration Tester.
- Ability to work 100% onsite at the designated location upon contract start date
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity standards, including OWASP Application Security Testing Standard.
- Experience with cloud security, cloud-based application architecture, and deployment models.
- Proficiency with penetration testing tools and techniques.
- Expertise in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities, common attack vectors, and defense strategies.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards and ensuring compliance during penetration testing.
- Hands-on experience with static and dynamic application security testing using automated tools and manual techniques.
- Knowledge of white box and black box testing methodologies.
- Understanding of ISO 27002:2022 or equivalent information security controls.
- Strong technical writing skills for creating detailed assessment reports.
- Certifications such as CEH, CISSP, or other relevant cybersecurity credentials are considered significant assets.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.