Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester)

RSM; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Birmingham seeks an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) to deliver offensive security services, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and experience in cyber security. The role offers a flexible reward package, including hybrid working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Health and wellbeing benefits

Access to training resources

Qualifications

• Experience in offensive security and penetration testing is essential.
• Relevant certifications including PenTest+, CHECK, CREST, OSCP are needed.
• Proficiency in current technology trends and understanding of cyber threats.

Responsibilities

• Support technical scoping activities for security assessments.
• Deliver fieldwork and detailed reporting.
• Manage tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Stay current with cyber threats and trends in technology.

Skills

Offensive security

Penetration testing

Infrastructure testing

Web application testing

API testing

Kali Linux

Burpsuite

Nessus

Education

PenTest+

CHECK

CREST

OSCP

Tools

Kali Linux

Burpsuite

Nessus

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Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester), Birmingham

Client: RSM

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 4b8c63f1ddb2

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) to join our team. At RSM UK, our consulting team delivers core solutions including business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance support, and risk governance. We aim to address our clients' unique needs through data-driven insights, value assurance, and high-quality execution, helping them build sustainable businesses.

The role involves delivering offensive security services such as digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, and cyber-attack simulation exercises for high-profile clients across various industries.

You will support technical scoping, deliver fieldwork, manage tasks, and stay updated with the latest cyber threats and technologies. We offer ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and professional development to help you grow your skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting technical scoping activities
• Delivering fieldwork and reporting
• Managing tasks to completion
• Staying current with cyber threats and trends

Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience in offensive security and penetration testing
• Experience with infrastructure, web application testing, and API testing (desirable)
• Proficiency with tools like Kali Linux, Burpsuite, Nessus
• Certifications such as PenTest+, CHECK, CREST, OSCP
• Relevant cyber security experience
• Knowledge of current technology trends and threats

We offer a flexible reward package, including hybrid working, 25 days holiday, health and wellbeing benefits, and access to extensive training resources. Travel to local offices is required weekly.

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Type: Experienced hire, Permanent

Location: Birmingham

Department: Risk Assurance

Application deadline: 05/08/2025