Cyber Security Consultant - Penetration Tester

Cyber Security Consultant — Penetration Tester

Location: UK Based - Remote

£65,000 per annum plus benefits

Our client, one of the UK’s leading MSSP’S, are looking for a Cyber Security Consultant to join their team due to continued growth. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced cyber security and penetration testing specialists, supporting a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.

You’ll be part of a collaborative culture where knowledge sharing, continuous learning and innovation are encouraged

As a Cyber Security Consultant, you’ll combine deep technical expertise with strong consultancy and client-facing skills. You’ll take ownership of penetration testing engagements, working independently on projects as well as collaborating with colleagues on larger assignments.

Core Responsibilities

* Leading client-facing projects from initial engagement through to successful completion.

* Delivering a range of penetration testing services, with the opportunity to develop and specialise in areas of particular interest.

* Working as part of a team on larger and more complex engagements, taking ownership of your areas of responsibility.

* Building trusted relationships with clients and acting as a key interface between the company and their teams.

* Understanding client security requirements and supporting the scoping of new business opportunities.

* Working closely with account managers and commercial teams to develop and shape client solutions.

* Producing clear, accurate and high-quality technical reports and presentations.

What you’ll bring:

* Strong experience delivering highly technical security testing independently and as part of a team.

* 4+ years’ experience working commercially in Cyber Security

* A questioning mindset and the confidence to challenge assumptions and explore new approaches.

* A creative, tenacious approach to solving complex technical problems.

* Strong technical knowledge across areas such as operating systems, networks, cloud and web applications.

* Excellent report-writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to non-technical audiences.

* Strong client-facing and relationship-management skills.

* Experience working with commercial teams to understand and scope client requirements.

* Experience managing and resolving issues with senior client stakeholders.

* An understanding of relevant cyber security compliance and regulatory requirements.

* The ability to work autonomously, manage your workload effectively and remain productive between assignments.

* A degree in a business, IT or related discipline is desirable.

Certifications

* CREST CRT or CHECK Team Member certification would be useful, but isn’t essential.

We’d also welcome experience or certifications such as:

* Offensive Security OSCP, OSEP or OSWP

* Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO)

* Microsoft AZ-500

* AWS Security Specialty

* We’re particularly interested in the skills and experience you bring, so don’t be put off if you don’t hold every certification listed