Senior Cyber Security Consultant

Predatech

Manchester

8 months ago

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Predatech is a CREST-accredited penetration testing organisation focused on delivering high-quality technical security. We’re based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 250 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world.

We’re growing fast and are searching for more great people to join us. If you’re looking to join a friendly team that cares about delivering high-quality penetration testing, then we want to hear from you.

What makes this role different from all the others?

You’ll be part of a culture that truly encourages your development.
Our work environment is an ego-free zone, and we encourage everyone to be themselves.
We regularly organise team meals and activities to help bring the team together.

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The Role:

We are looking for a penetration tester with hands-on experience to join our growing team. This role is perfect for a penetration tester who is keen to lead testing engagements for a range of interesting clients.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and delivering CREST-accredited penetration testing engagements.
Providing high-quality reporting and communicating findings to clients.
Conducting security research and creating technical content to help inform and educate.
Assisting with the continuous development of Predatech’s penetration testing processes and methodologies.
Mentoring other team members.

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Who We're Looking For:

The following skills and experience are essential for the role:

At least 1 year of professional penetration testing experience covering one or more of the following domains: external network, internal network, web application, mobile application testing, red teaming and social engineering.
Holding at least an OSCP, CREST CRT or equivalent certification.
Strong technical ability and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Good organisation and time management ability.

In addition, the following would be desirable:

Development and/or source code review experience.
AWS, Azure, GCP security review experience.
ISO 27001 auditing/implementation experience.
Experience of scoping penetration tests.
Other cyber security certifications such as Security+, CISM, CISSP, ECSA, CREST CCT.

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What We Can Offer:

We’re determined to create an engaging work culture that delivers a healthy work-life balance and places emphasis on your development. Some of our benefits include:

Up to £60,000 salary (DOE).
Performance bonus.
Annual all expenses paid trip to DEFCON in Las Vegas.
Regular team meals and activities (for example, go karting, crazy golf and Go Ape).
Budget and support to achieve cyber security certifications.
Access to paid courses and resources.
25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
Company pension.
Free office snacks.

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