DV-Cleared Penetration Tester (Security Assurance)

Synergize Consulting Ltd; Warton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced DV-cleared Penetration Tester to conduct security assurance activities in a defence and aerospace environment. The role includes managing testing scopes, performing manual and automated testing, and producing detailed reports on findings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in secure environments and the ability to communicate threats effectively. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical security posture enhancements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Penetration Tester in secure or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of network, infrastructure, and system testing.
• Ability to communicate technical risk clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage penetration testing scopes and boundaries.
• Produce clear, high-quality penetration testing reports.
• Support remediation validation and re-testing activities.

Skills

Penetration Testing

OSINT

Vulnerability Scanning

Manual Exploitation Techniques

Communication Skills

Job description

A leading consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced DV-cleared Penetration Tester to conduct security assurance activities in a defence and aerospace environment. The role includes managing testing scopes, performing manual and automated testing, and producing detailed reports on findings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in secure environments and the ability to communicate threats effectively. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical security posture enhancements.