Eight-week remote internship providing hands-on training in penetration testing, ethical hacking, reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, network and web application security, exploitation, post-exploitation, reporting, remediation, and CTF challenges. Interns configure testing labs, use industry tools, develop foundational scripting and cybersecurity skills, and receive mentorship, completion credentials, and potential job-placement recommendations.
This is a remote position.
The Junior Penetration Tester Internship Program at EncryptEdge Labs provides aspiring penetration testers with a structured, hands-on experience that covers various aspects of ethical hacking and vulnerability assessment. Over eight weeks, interns will complete projects designed to build a solid foundation in penetration testing techniques. The curriculum spans topics such as reconnaissance, system hacking, web application security, network-level attacks, and advanced exploitation techniques.
Participants will also learn post-exploitation strategies, reporting, and remediation, culminating in a Capture The Flag (CTF) challenge that tests their acquired skills. This program is ideal for those looking to kickstart a career in offensive security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Learn and perform penetration testing techniques and methodologies.
- Set up and configure penetration testing labs and environments.
- Conduct information gathering, vulnerability scanning, and network penetration testing.
- Execute web application security testing and system hacking techniques.
- Engage in post-exploitation tasks, report writing, and remediation strategies.
- Participate in a Capture The Flag (CTF) challenge to demonstrate acquired skills.
RequirementsCore Qualities:
- A strong passion for offensive security and ethical hacking.
- Ability to adhere to timelines and consistently deliver quality results.
- Exceptional documentation skills, capable of presenting findings clearly and professionally.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.
- A degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related disciplines is preferred but not mandatory.
- Evidence of self-learning through certifications, projects, or challenges in cybersecurity.
- Basic understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP) and operating system fundamentals (Windows/Linux).
- Familiarity with Linux command-line tools and basic cybersecurity concepts is advantageous but not required.
- TryHackMe Jr Penetration Tester Certificate.
- eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT).
- CompTIA Pentest+ (optional for entry-level candidates).
- Beginner’s Guide to Penetration Testing (TryHackMe or HackTheBox).
- Practical Ethical Hacking by The Cyber Mentor.
- Introduction to Web Application Security (Udemy or Pluralsight).
- Proficiency in foundational ethical hacking techniques: reconnaissance, scanning, and exploitation.
- Basic understanding of vulnerability scanning and writing clear, actionable reports.
- Knowledge of legal and ethical standards in penetration testing.
- Hands-on experience with tools like:
- Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, and Nikto.
- Web security platforms such as Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP.
- Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, and Nikto.
- Basic scripting knowledge in Python, Bash, or a similar language.
- Access to a dedicated computer and a stable internet connection.
- Ability to set up a secure and isolated work environment (training and support will be provided).
- Practical exposure to penetration testing labs, online challenges, or project-based learning.
- Previous coursework or personal projects in ethical hacking or cybersecurity-related domains.
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