Junior Penetration Tester: Grow Into Security Consultant

Network IT Recruitment Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Network IT Recruitment Limited is seeking a Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker or Security Consultant with a strong appetite and actively pursuing relevant certifications (CRT/CSTM etc.). You will perform security tests across Web, Infra, Cloud, Mobile and Wireless, and where possible support red-team engagements.

You will mentor junior testers, produce clear, concise reports tailored to clients, and work either independently or with a high-performing offensive security team.

Qualifications

• Active pursuit of certifications such as CRT/CSTM.
• Experience in offensive security testing across multiple domains.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of security tests: Web, Infra, Cloud, Mobile, Wireless.
• Contribute to red-team engagements where possible.
• Mentor and support junior testers.
• Produce clear, concise reports and remediation guidance.
• Communicate findings to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Penetration testing

Ethical hacking

Security consulting

Report writing

Education

CRT/CSTM certifications

Job description

Network IT Recruitment Limited is seeking a Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker or Security Consultant with a strong appetite and actively pursuing relevant certifications (CRT/CSTM etc.). You will perform security tests across Web, Infra, Cloud, Mobile and Wireless, and where possible support red-team engagements.

You will mentor junior testers, produce clear, concise reports tailored to clients, and work either independently or with a high-performing offensive security team.