Penetration Tester

Hamilton Barnes
Reading
1 week ago
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Penetration Tester - 6 months - Hybrid (Reading) - Inside IR35


Rate: £400 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: 6 months

Working Model: Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite in Reading

Role Type: Contract


Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join a delivery-focused security testing function supporting multiple technology initiatives within a complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise across offensive security, red teaming, and vulnerability assessment.


You will lead and execute penetration testing engagements end-to-end, working closely with clients, developers, and security stakeholders to identify, exploit, and clearly communicate security risks while supporting improved organisational security posture.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead penetration testing engagements from client kickoff through scoping, execution, and final reporting, ensuring adherence to agreed scope and deadlines.
  • Perform penetration testing across network, web applications, APIs, cloud environments, thick client applications, wireless, social engineering, and physical security.
  • Execute penetration testing projects using established methodol...

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