"ability to break software," Well heck, that is just about every user in our company! :)
Is this going to be thre one and only job? Just penetrating? Look for good documentating skills too. A quick background check woudn't hurt either. -----Original Message----- From: opc 73 [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, March 25, 2002 12:35 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Pen Testing Skills >From: Steven Boshuizen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >In my understanding people with these skills come >from a UNIX background Dont' be fooled. Keep an open mind. >having worked on projects >with VPN's, intrusion detection, administering and >implementations. Could anyone tell me that if I was >looking for a shit hot penetration tester what sort of >background would such a guy have, and what would >be the keyskills/ buzzwords that I would have to look >for so that I would know I am talking to an ace?? Forget buzzwords unless you want someone who reads a lot and knows buzzwords. Skills to look for are solid sys admin skills, ability to break software, creative and highly motivated. _________________________________________________________________ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com
