CHECK Team Leader Penetration Testers CTL/CSTL CHECK Qualified (UK) Dionach by Nomios

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This role offers flexibility to work remotely, with occasional visits to client sites. Alternatively, you can choose a hybrid arrangement and work from our offices in Oxford or Glasgow, if preferred.

Why join Dionach by Nomios?

Since being acquired by Nomios in late 2024, Dionach by Nomios has continued its dynamic growth as a leading information security company. Specializing in penetration testing and information assurance services, we offer an incredible opportunity to be part of an experienced team, build your skills, and grow professionally.

Dionach by Nomios holds impressive certifications, including CREST, CHECK, PCI QSA, and ISO 27001. With our focus on enhancing customers' security and fostering team development,be joining a company that prioritizes both your growth and the safety of our clients.

We're in an exciting phase of expansion and are looking for self-motivated individuals ready to thrive in a fun, flexible environment. At Dionach by Nomios, your contributions will have a genuine impact on the business, and you'll find opportunities for both interesting work and career development.

Benefits

Our employees are the heart of our business. We value our employees and invest in their growth and well-being. Here's what we offer:

  • Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work remotely or use our UK offices around client visits.

  • Professional Growth:Access to training labs, certification sponsorship, and time for skill development.

  • Well-being Focus:Private health insurance, eye care plan, income protection, EAP scheme, and well-being platform.

  • Additional Perks: Employee benefits and discounts platform.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Dionach by Nomios, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We're dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we're committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply and are committed to providing a supportive and accessible environment for all our employees. If you require accommodations during the application process, let us know, and we'll work to meet your needs.



What You'll Do

  • Lead and mentor a team of Penetration testers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

  • Lead and oversee complex infrastructure penetration tests ensuring that they are conducted thoroughly and in accordance with project requirement.

  • Leading onsite customer engagements and serving as the technical authority on CHECK engagements.

  • Review and validate the work of team members to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.

  • Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports detailing findings, risks, and recommended remediation strategies to clients, including assisting with proposal writing and scoping.

  • You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of services: web and mobile application tests, internal tests, infrastructure tests, but also, social engineering.

  • Ensure all testing activities comply with CHECK standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience: Significant experience in penetration testing, including network, web application and internal penetration testing as well as experience of leading customer engagements on-site.

  • Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for stakeholder management, collaboration and administration duties

  • Independence: Ability to work independently or as part of a team

  • Certifications: Holding a relevant certification: CREST Certified Tester - Infrastructure (CCT INF), CREST Certified Tester - Application (CCT APP), Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL) infrastructure (CSTL-INF) or Web Application (CSTL-Web App).

  • Eligibility: Right to work in the UK and eligibility for security clearance.

 

Key Attributes

  • Analytical thinker with a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure

  • Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.

  • Prior experience leading a Penetration testing team.

              

Are you an experienced Lead Penetration Tester looking to further improve your skills and take on more responsibilities?If so, this opportunity is perfect for you!

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