(Senior) Penetration Tester

EST23
united kingdom
1 month ago
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Are you ready to put your ethical hacking skills to the test in a high-impact role?

We’re working with an industry-leading cybersecurity business that is investing heavily in both the existing team and growing. A key growth role for them is to expand thePenetration Testingteam. If you’re passionate about identifying vulnerabilities and securing critical systems, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

The Role:

  1. Conducting penetration tests across networks, web applications, and cloud environments
  2. Simulating real-world cyberattacks to assess security posture
  3. Preparing detailed reports with actionable insights
  4. Working with clients to improve their overall security resilience
  5. Staying ahead of the latest cyber threats and attack techniques

What’s in It for You?

  1. Flexible Working:Remote-first with office options in major UK tech hubs
  2. Career Growth:Clear progression to Senior Pen Tester, Red Team Lead, or Security Consultant
  3. Certifications & Training:Support for OSCP, CREST, GIAC, and other industry certifications
  4. Cutting-Edge Tech:Work with the latest tools and technologies in cybersecurity
  5. Work-Life Balance:Remote & flexible working options around client requirements

What We’re Looking For:

  1. Proven experience in penetration testing (web, network, cloud, or infrastructure)
  2. OSCP, CREST CRT, or other relevant certifications (or strong experience without)
  3. Solid understanding of security frameworks (OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, etc.)
  4. Proficiency with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, etc.
  5. Strong report writing and communication skills

If you’re ready to take your penetration testing career to the next level,apply nowor DM for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting and Information Technology

Industries

Computer and Network Security, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Business Consulting and Services

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