Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester

What is This Job All About?
You're the "good hacker" who finds security vulnerabilities before the bad guys do! As an Ethical Hacker or Penetration Tester, you're hired to break into systems, applications, and networks – but with permission and for a positive purpose. By thinking like malicious hackers and using their techniques, you help organizations identify and fix security weaknesses before they can be exploited. From banks and hospitals to government agencies and tech companies, your skills protect sensitive data and critical infrastructure. You're essentially a digital security expert who gets paid to break things in order to make them stronger!
Required Skills:
How to Start:
Build a strong foundation in networking and operating systems
Learn about common security vulnerabilities and exploits
Practice in legal environments like CTF competitions
Set up a home lab with vulnerable systems for practice
Study for security certifications like Security+