Lead Penetration Tester (CTL Certified)

Addition; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm is seeking a Lead Penetration Tester (CTL Certified) to join their experienced team and deliver high-quality testing services. Candidates should have hands-on experience in penetration testing, excellent report writing skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. This role offers competitive compensation of GBP55,000–GBP70,000 per annum along with significant career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive culture with knowledge sharing

Flexibility through home-based working

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on testing experience in penetration testing.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Attention to detail and strong English skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide range of penetration testing engagements for clients.
• Produce detailed reports outlining risks and remediation steps.
• Support pre-engagement activity and client discussions.
• Contribute to QA reviews of consultants' reports.
• Mentor junior testers and help develop their capabilities.
• Manage workload to meet deadlines effectively.

Skills

CHECK Team Lead Certification (CTL)

Security Clearance eligibility

Full UK Driving License

Understanding of penetration testing methodologies

Technical knowledge of networking and operating systems

Clear communication with stakeholders

High-quality report writing skills

Organisational skills

Scripting or coding experience

Job description

We are looking to hire two Lead Penetration Testers with CTL Certification.

This is a chance to join a well–established cybersecurity team that supports organisations across both public and private sectors. You'll play a key role in delivering high–quality penetration testing that helps clients stay secure in a fast–moving threat landscape.

Role Overview

Role: Lead Penetration Tester (CTL Certified)

Location: Remote with ad–hoc travel to client sites.

Package: GBP55,000– GBP70,000 per annum & benefits.

Industry: Cyber Security/Managed Security Services.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Deliver a wide range of penetration testing engagements for commercial and government clients.
• Produce clear, detailed reports outlining risks, impact, and practical remediation steps.
• Support pre–engagement activity, including scoping calls and client discussions.
• Contribute to QA reviews of other consultants' reports.
• Work closely with colleagues to share knowledge, improve processes, and maintain high testing standards.
• Where applicable, mentor junior testers and help develop their technical capability.
• Manage your workload effectively to meet deadlines and maintain delivery quality.

Main Skills Needed

• CHECK Team Lead Certification (CTL) via Crest or Cyber Scheme, with solid hands–on testing experience, is essential.
• Candidates must be eligible for Security Clearance; this is essential.
• Full UK Driving License & Access to a vehicle is essential.
• Strong understanding of penetration testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Broad technical knowledge across networking, operating systems (especially Nix), and security fundamentals.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels, including technical teams and senior leadership.
• High–quality report writing skills with strong English and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Bonus: scripting or coding experience, OSCP, or hands–on training platform experience.

What's in It for You:

• Join one of the UK's largest and most respected penetration testing teams.
• Work on varied and meaningful engagements across multiple industries.
• Opportunities to develop your career, gain advanced certifications, and work toward higher–level clearances.
• Collaborative, supportive culture with knowledge sharing at its core.
• Flexibility through home–based working, with travel only when needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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