Pen Tester

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd; South Oxfordshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ICT Recruitment Consultancy in the UK is seeking a Pen Tester for an urgent 6-month contract. You will conduct various penetration tests and analyze results to produce detailed reports on vulnerabilities and risks. The role offers hybrid working, requiring 3 days onsite in Reading. Ideal candidates should be proficient with noted Pen Testing tools and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proficient with penetration testing tools such as Cobalt Strike and Nessus.
• Good understanding of testing methodologies.
• Ability to write clear test plans and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration testing across various systems.
• Analyze results and create detailed reports on findings.
• Collaborate with teams to address identified risks.

Skills

Proficient Pen Testing Tools

Understanding of software testing methodologies

Experience with manual and automated testing tools

Problem-solving skills

Ability to write test plans and reports

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Familiarity with software development life cycle

Delivering high-quality software solutions

Job description

We have an urgent requirement for a Pen Tester on an initial 6 month contract working inside IR35. This is a hybrid working role and will require 3 days a week onsite in Reading.

The successful candidate will perform penetration testing which includes internet, intranet, wireless, web application, social engineering and physical penetration testing. You shall also perform in-depth analysis of penetration testing results and create report that describes findings, exploitation procedures, risks and recommendations.

Essential Skills & Experience include :

• Proficient Pen Testing Tools - Cobalt Strike, Caldera, Atomic Red team, Pentera, Nessus, Burp, OSINT etc.
• Good understanding of software testing methodologies and techniques
• Experience with manual and automated testing tools
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills
• Ability to write clear and concise test plans and reports
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with software development life cycle
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality software solutions

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies.