Penetration Tester

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Belfast
3 months ago
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Ocho are working on a number of Penetration Tester roles! If you're passionate about ethical hacking and want to work on real-world cybersecurity challenges, this is the role for you. This organisation is on a serious growth trajectory, having secured major clients and high-profile projects, offering you the chance to work on cutting-edge security challenges in a dynamic and ambitious environment. Requirements: You must hold active SC (Security Check) clearance You will have achieved at least one of your CTM/CSTM/CRT qualifications, and will hold or be eligible for Check Status certification. What You'll Be Doing: Perform penetration tests on networks, applications, and infrastructure. Identify and exploit vulnerabilities to strengthen security defences. Use tools like Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, and Kali Linux. Provide detailed reports with clear, actionable recommendations. Experience required: Strong knowledge of OWASP, CVE, and security frameworks. Hands-on experience with ethical hacking & exploit techniques. Scripting & automation skills a plus. Ability to communicate findings to technical and non-technical teams. Proficiency in using penetration testing tools such as BurpSuite Pro, Nmap, Nessus, and Metaspolit. Experienced in using Kali Linux and the associated penetration testing tool suite Package: Up to £75k salary (depending on experience) Bonus Hybrid working - Belfast office 25 + 11 stat - annual leave Private Health Enhanced Pension scheme Please apply now if you are meeting most of the above criteria, or contact Andrew Harrison directly for a further discussion. Skills: Burpsuite penetration vulnerabilities Nmap Nessus metasploit Benefits: Work From Home

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