Senior Offensive Security Engineers

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SENIOR OFFENSIVE SECURITY ENGINEERS - LONDON (REMOTE)
£60k-£80k | Fully Remote (UK-based) | Cybersecurity Scale-Up
A fast-growing cybersecurity company is seeking Senior Offensive Security Engineers to strengthen their offensive security capabilities.
The Role:

Conduct comprehensive penetration testing across web applications, infrastructure, APIs, and cloud environments
Perform manual security assessments and exploitation
Deliver client-facing penetration testing engagements
Write detailed technical reports for various stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams on security improvements
Essential Requirements:
UK Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related subject (or UK Master's as alternative)
3-5 years commercial penetration testing experience
Strong understanding of offensive security techniques, OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK
Deep knowledge of operating systems, networking protocols, and system architecture
Experience with penetration testing tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, custom scripts)
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Desirable:
OSCP, CREST certifications
Bug bounty participation
Red team experience
Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Active involvement in security community (CTFs, conferences, research)
Company Culture:
Technical excellence and deep fundamentals valued over credentials
Graduate-focused environment
Continuous learning and passion for technology expected
Looking for candidates who demonstrate genuine interest in offensive security
Location:
Fully remote within UK, optional hybrid working from London office

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