Penetration Tester (PEN Tester)

SkyTrade

SkyTrade

Software Engineering, IT · Part-time, Contractor
Remote
Posted on Jul 17, 2025

SkyTrade, is a groundbreaking technology company specializing in blockchain solutions for urban air mobility and real estate. We are seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to join our team, helping secure innovative systems that operate at the intersection of blockchain, aviation, and real estate.

Required Skills:

  • Penetration Testing Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience performing application, API, cloud, and infrastructure penetration testing.
  • Security Tools & Techniques: Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, and custom scripts for automated and manual testing.
  • Secure Coding & Exploitation Knowledge: Strong understanding of web vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10), smart contract exploits, and blockchain-specific threat vectors.
  • Scripting Languages: Proficiency in scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell for tool development and automation.
  • Blockchain & Web3 Awareness (Preferred): Exposure to smart contract platforms such as Solana or Ethereum, with an understanding of associated security models and common vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular internal and external penetration tests across SkyTrade’s infrastructure and applications, including blockchain-based systems.
  • Simulate adversarial tactics to assess system resilience and identify critical vulnerabilities.
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to remediate findings and improve security posture.
  • Review smart contracts, APIs, and web-facing systems for security flaws and misconfigurations.
  • Produce clear and actionable reports, and assist in security awareness training for technical teams.
  • Stay current on emerging threats, zero-days, and attack techniques relevant to blockchain and cloud environments.

Why Join SkyTrade:

  • Play a key role in securing frontier systems that underpin the legal and financial backbone of commercial drone aviation.
  • Work in a fast-moving, collaborative environment with cross-disciplinary experts across blockchain, real estate, and aerospace.
  • Influence the security architecture of tokenized infrastructure at a global scale.
  • Salary and equity dependent on experience and expertise.

SkyTrade is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

SkyTrade is an equal opportunity employer.

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