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CyberSecurity Specialist – Consulting, Analysis & Penetration Testing
Deutschland / InternationalFreelanceIT Security
Description
We are looking for an experienced CyberSecurity Specialist with a strong focus on security consulting, risk assessment, and penetration testing.
You will analyze IT and OT infrastructures, identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and develop sustainable security strategies. Beyond technical assessments, you will advise stakeholders at both technical and executive levels.
This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic advisory capabilities.
- Conduct penetration tests (network, web, API, Active Directory, cloud)
- Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits
- Develop structured risk and mitigation reports
- Advise clients on secure architecture and hardening strategies
- Support compliance initiatives (ISO 27001, NIS2, BSI, etc.)
- Conduct security workshops and awareness sessions
- Analyze incident scenarios and develop response strategies
- Support red-team / blue-team exercises
Requirements
- preferable a degree in Computer Science, CyberSecurity, or similar field
- Several years of experience in cybersecurity, ideally in consulting
- Practical experience in:
- Network & infrastructure security
- Active Directory security
- Web & API penetration testing
- Cloud security (Azure / AWS / M365)
- Strong knowledge of:
- Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark
- OWASP Top 10
- CVSS scoring and risk assessment
- Experience writing executive-level security reports
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks (ISO 27001, NIS2, BSI)
Nice to have:
- Certifications (OSCP, CEH, CISSP, CRTO, etc.)
- OT/Industrial security experience
- Experience with SIEM / SOC environments
- Digital forensics knowledge