Pen Test Managing Consultant

JR United Kingdom; York; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm seeks a Pen Test Managing Consultant to lead a skilled team in high-impact security projects across sectors such as government and telecoms. The role offers flexibility in location and competitive compensation, with a focus on shaping the future of cyber resilience. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and technical expertise, as well as the ability to gain UK Security Clearance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Strong benefits package

Flexible working options

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading cybersecurity teams.
• Ability to apply for UK Government Security Clearance.
• Strong foundation in ethical hacking and penetration testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of penetration testers.
• Deliver high-stakes security assessments across diverse sectors.
• Manage client relationships and enhance business value.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring skills

Technical depth in testing methodologies

Penetration testing

Education

CCT-App or CCT-INF

Job description

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Pen Test Managing Consultant - (UK only - Must be eligible for Security Clearance)

Location: Flexible (Leeds, Bristol, London, or Remote)

Salary – £65k - £82k + Certs Bonus and benefits

Step into a high-impact leadership role at the cutting edge of cybersecurity. As Pen Test Manager, you'll guide a skilled team of ethical hackers on mission-critical engagements across sectors including government, defence, and telecoms.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and mentor penetration testers
• Deliver high-stakes security assessments
• Own client relationships and drive business value
• Work on top-tier engagements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven team leadership and mentoring skills
• Technical depth in testing methodologies
• A passion for outsmarting attackers.
• CCT-App or CCT-INF.
• UK Government Security Clearance – the ability to apply for and hold SC is required, DV is advantageous

Why Join?

? Shape national and commercial cyber resilience

? Advance your career through continuous development

? Competitive salary + strong benefits

? Work flexibly across UK offices or remotely

If you live and breathe cybersecurity, and want to make a difference while working on high-profile, challenging projects—apply now or reach out to [emailprotected] and take the next step in your cyber career.