Penetration Tester

Intertek
Chatham
1 month ago
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Penetration Tester

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Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester

Outstanding opportunities have arisen for Penetration Testers to join our ever-growing team. We are seeking individuals who are looking to build knowledge and enhance their skill sets. We are seeking passionate security professionals who are eager to hone your skills and contribute to a world-class security practice.

About You:CREST Registered Tester, or equivalent Cyber Scheme or OSCP qualificationMinimum two years' penetration testing experience in infrastructure and application disciplines, ideally with exposure to client site testing such as internal pen tests and IT health checksSC clearance and experience of formal NCSC CHECK testing for central government clients an advantage but not essentialExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly organised with strong attention to detailFlexibility and resilience to meet the demands of the roleAbility to demonstrate exceptional customer serviceA team player, able to work alongside colleagues and clients to deliver workA proactive approach to acquiring new skills and a desire for personal development

You will work with clients of all sizes and types to detect and remediate vulnerabilities before malicious actors can gain access and compromise or steal data. You will work on both infrastructure and applications, conduct IT Health Checks, and review IT configurations to identify gaps.

About the RolePerform pen tests, vulnerability assessments and build reviews both remotely and at client sites, against network devices, servers, end user devices, cloud technologies, wireless networks, web and mobile applicationsOpportunities to deliver related services such as social engineering, staff security awareness training, red teaming and IoT device testingActive testing is accompanied by writing detailed and accurate reports to communicate findings to clients, as well as phone calls to confirm requirements and discuss test resultsVaried work, with a mix of government and private sector clients, and a commitment not to pigeonhole testers on a narrow trackJoining an established and friendly team who will be there to help you develop your knowledge and careerWorking alongside Intertek NTA's senior testersSupport and funding for core exams, plus dedicated time and budget for self-development, additional training, and conference attendanceThis is a remote/home working position with travel to client sites nationally and visits to head office in Chatham, Kent

What We Offer

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

Competitive salary/benefitsDevelopment and career opportunities around the GlobeWorking in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.TPBN1_UKTJ

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