Job Description

Location:
Gurgaon - Haryana, India
Additional Location:
Bangalore - Karnataka, India - EOIZ Industrial Area
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3(B)
Job ID:
R-45420-2025

Description & Requirements

:

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS)

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN DTS, you solve challenges by creating innovative solutions.

Combine the physical and digital, making technology a more dynamic force to solve challenges and serve humanity's needs

Work at the convergence of cross channel UX, cloud, insightful data, IoT and mobility

Empower companies to create new digital business models, enter new markets, and improve customer experience.

About the Role-

Senior Penetration Tester

with deep expertise in

application security

. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting comprehensive penetration tests, including advanced

manual testing techniques

and contribute to strengthening our security posture by recommending practical

solution principles and secure coding practices

.

What You Will Do

Conduct comprehensive

penetration tests

on web/mobile/cloud applications, firmware, and hardware devices.

Perform

manual security testing

beyond automated tools to uncover complex vulnerabilities.

Analize systems and architecture to identify

security risks and attack surfaces

.

Use industry-standard tools such as

Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, Nessus, and custom scripts

for exploitation and reconnaissance.

Simulate

real-world attack scenarios

to evaluate system resilience.

Develop and present detailed

reports with proof-of-concept (PoC)

, risk assessments, and remediation guidance.

Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to

suggest secure coding practices

and fix vulnerabilities at the root.

Stay up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends.

What You Need

8-10 years of hands-on experience in

penetration testing

(application and hardware).

Strong knowledge of

OWASP Top 10, SANS 25

, and common vulnerability patterns.

Deep familiarity with

exploit frameworks

(e.g., Metasploit),

reverse engineering

, and

hardware-level attack techniques

(e.g., JTAG, UART, SPI).

Experience analyzing and testing embedded systems, IoT devices, and network appliances.

Ability to explain vulnerabilities to non-security stakeholders with clarity.

Proven experience in crafting

custom exploits or payloads

.

Solid understanding of secure development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD pipeline integration.

Certifications like

OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, or similar

are a strong plus.

What is Nice to Have

Knowledge of containerized environments.

Familiarity with

secure boot, firmware integrity

, and

hardware encryption modules

.

Contribution to bug bounty platforms or CVE submissions.

What Makes You Eligible

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Dedicated performer & team player with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.

Relentless learner with a dedication to learn new technologies and test methods

Self-driven and Innovative to drive continuous improvements in Test process

Resourcefulness in triaging problems and coordinating with multiple teams for issue resolution

Strong written, verbal communication and inter personal relationship skills

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)