Vulnerability Assessment: * Conduct thorough vulnerability assessments on software, networks, and systems. Identify and analyze security weaknesses, misconfigurations, and potential threats. Analyze security vulnerabilities and develop proof-of-concept exploits. Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, and security teams to prioritize and address identified vulnerabilities. Provide guidance and recommendations for secure coding practices and system configurations. Develop and utilize custom tools and scripts to automate vulnerability discovery and testing processes. Contribute to open-source security tools and frameworks. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR, OWASP). Assist in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures. Analyze security incidents to determine the root cause and recommend preventive measures. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.