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Senior Secret Cleared Penetration Tester (10+ years) to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks and the overall security posture of systems

S.i. Systems
Greater London
2 weeks ago
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Our Valued Public Sector client is seeking a Senior Secret Cleared Penetration Tester (10+ years) to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks and the overall security posture of systems

Overview:

The contractor is tasked with assisting the client's project team in evaluating the security posture of systems and supporting operations. As the team is still finalizing which specific systems to include in the penetration test, the contractor will work collaboratively with the team to define the scope and provide recommendations on the most critical systems and components that should be tested. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and ensure the overall security of systems handling sensitive data. Since the project team is still determining which systems to include in the penetration test, the contractor will assist in defining the scope.

Must Haves:

5+ years experience with simulation attacks, network vulnerability exploitation and data exfiltration 5+ Years with Network, Wireless, and Cloud Infrastructure testing SECRET Clearance

Deliverables include but are not limited

Penetration Test Report: A comprehensive report containing: Executive summary of findings and their business impact. A detailed list of vulnerabilities discovered, with proof of concept for any successfully exploited weaknesses. Risk ratings and prioritized recommendations for mitigation. Proof of Concept (PoC): Demonstration of any identified vulnerabilities with exploit examples, where applicable. Risk Mitigation Plan: Clear, actionable recommendations for remediating identified vulnerabilities and improving the overall security posture

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