Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester)

RSM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) to deliver offensive security services. The role involves conducting penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to help high-profile clients manage cyber threats. Ideal candidates should have experience with pen testing tools and relevant certifications. This position offers hybrid working, 25 days of holiday, and access to extensive professional development resources.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Health and wellbeing benefits

Financial tools and electric car scheme

Virtual GP access

Access to 300+ on-demand courses

Qualifications

• Experience in offensive security and penetration testing.
• Experience in infrastructure and web application testing.
• Relevant cybersecurity experience.

Responsibilities

• Supporting technical scoping activities for client assignments.
• Delivering fieldwork and preparing reports.
• Managing tasks through to completion.

Skills

Offensive Security

Penetration Testing

Web Application Testing

API Testing

Kali Linux

Burp Suite

Nessus

Education

Industry-recognized certifications (PenTest+, CHECK, CREST, OSCP)

Job description

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Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester), Manchester

Client: RSM

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ec5ccea798ec

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) to join RSM UK. Our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face, supporting global expansion, acquisition strategies, private equity investments, and risk management. We prioritize simplicity, providing data-driven insights, assurance, and high-quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future-fit businesses.

It’s an exciting time to join our team, as we expand and develop our capabilities. You will work alongside experienced specialists delivering offensive security services such as digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and more to high-profile clients across industries.

The role involves delivering offensive security services, supporting technical scoping, managing tasks, and staying current with cyber-attack trends. You will benefit from ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting technical scoping activities for client assignments.
• Delivering fieldwork and preparing reports.
• Managing tasks through to completion.
• Staying updated on latest cyber threats and trends.

What we are looking for:

We value diverse experiences. Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience in offensive security and penetration testing.
• Experience in infrastructure and web application testing; API testing is desirable.
• Proficiency with pen testing tools like Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nessus, etc.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as PenTest+, CHECK, CREST, OSCP, etc.
• Relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Knowledge of current technology trends and cyber threats.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working with weekly office visits.
• 25 days holiday.
• Benefits including health, wellbeing, financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP.
• Access to 300+ on-demand courses.

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