Req ID:
116542
Department:
Group Cyber Security Risk Domain
Division:
Technology
Location:
Melbourne
About Us
At ANZ, we're shaping a world where people and communities thrive, driven by a common goal: to improve the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our millions of customers.
About the Role
The mission of the Penetration Testing squad is to keep ANZ safe through the active identification of cyber security threat within the systems and/or services that are used or the applications that are developed.
As a Penetration Tester, you provide authoritative leadership over penetration testing strategy, execution integrity, and continuous improvement. This role ensures penetration testing delivers meaningful risk reduction, defensible assurance outcomes, and executive confidence.
There are multiple roles available, from senior penetration testers to more junior positions as we look to build out our existing capability with broad influence across security engineering, technology, and risk stakeholders.
Banking is changing and we’re changing with it, giving our people great opportunities to try new things, learn and grow. Whatever your role at ANZ, you’ll be building your future, while helping to build ours.
Role Type: Permanent
Role Location: Melbourne
Work Hours: Full-Time What will your day look like?
These roles are accountable for:
Plan, execute and drive penetration tests for across ANZ’s enterprise environments
Assure the safety, integrity, and effectiveness of penetration testing engagements
Combine manual and automated techniques to identify vulnerabilities and translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations
Analyse findings and assess technical and business impact
Research and
Engage with technology teams to communicate outcomes and assurance
Drive continual improvement and innovation in penetration testing practices
What will you bring?
To grow and be successful in this role, you will ideally bring the following:
4+ years penetration testing experience
Understanding and alignment with industry-standard penetration testing and other related frameworks (e.g. OWASP, CWE, PTES)
Relevant cybersecurity or penetration testing certifications will be looked upon favourably (e.g. OSCP, CEH)
Experience in performing penetration testing of various application types including web, web services, APIs, mobile and thick client.
Understanding of application, network, and infrastructure security testing
Understanding of threats, vulnerabilities, risks, exploits and associated security testing
Experience in running through multiple exploitation scenarios as part of penetration testing activity
Proficiency in the execution of security testing using automated tools (dynamic application security testing tools) and manual techniques
Knowledge and experience across the full penetration testing lifecycle, including scoping, execution, exploitation, reporting, remediation guidance, and quality assurance
Awareness of AI eco systems, LLM frameworks and AI penetration testing tools/platforms
A desire to continuously learn new techniques / technologies and bring innovative ideas into the squad
You’re not expected to have 100% of these skills. At ANZ a growth mindset is at the heart of our culture, so if you have most of these things in your toolbox, we’d love to hear from you. So why join us?
From the moment you join ANZ, you'll be doing meaningful work that will shape a world where people and communities thrive.
But it's not just our customers who'll feel your impact. You'll feel it too. Because at ANZ, you'll have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to take the next big step in your career.
We're a diverse bunch at ANZ in different roles, different locations, doing different things. That's why we have a range of flexible working arrangements, so our people can 'make work, work for them'. We also provide a range of benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts on selected products and services from ANZ and more.
At ANZ, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. That's because we're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you're a candidate with a disability or access requirement, and have an enquiry about the support provided, please let us know on your application or visit ANZ Accessibility and Inclusion Programs for alternate contact methods.
To find out more about working at ANZ, visit https://www.anz.com.au/careers . You can
Job Posting End Date
05/06/2026 , 11.59pm, (Melbourne Australia)
