Pen Tester

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is looking for a Pen Tester to identify vulnerabilities in IT systems and assist organizations in managing security risks. The role requires 2-3 years of IT security experience and knowledge of penetration testing tools such as Burpsuite and Metasploit. Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must, as well as the ability to attain SC clearance. This position offers a hybrid working model, balancing office and remote work.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an IT security role.
• Ability to attain SC clearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good understanding of various operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure, applications, and networks.
• Use manual and automated techniques to simulate attacks.
• Maintain knowledge of the evolving threat landscape.
• Document findings and provide recommendations.

Skills

IT security role experience

Penetration testing tools knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of GDPR, ISO27001, PCI DSS

Tools

Burpsuite

Metasploit

Nmap

Job description

Role Title: PEN Tester

Location: Bearwood Rd, Sindlesham, Wokingham RG41 5BN | Hybrid - 3 office / 2 home

Duration: 30/06/2026

Rate: 500p/d via Umbrella

Clearance: Contractor must hold active SC Clearance and be a sole UK National

Role Description

A penetration tester plays a vital role within the UK's cybersecurity industry, particularly when assisting organisations with managing and mitigating security risks.

The core responsibilities of a penetration tester are to identify vulnerabilities that are present in an organisation's IT infrastructure, applications and networks through rigorous testing. Employing both manual and automated techniques to simulate real world attacks, this will assess a company's security posture against any potential threats. Testers should also be responsible for maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the ever‑evolving threat landscape, adhering to ethical guidelines especially when handling sensitive data.

In addition to strong technical skills, a penetration tester also needs to be able to demonstrate strong communication skills so complex findings can be described to non‑technical stakeholders.

Required skills, experience and personal attributes

• Proven experience (2-3 years) in an IT security role to CTM level is essential and have, or be able to attain SC clearance (UK Single National) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Great organisation skills and ability to work in a pressurised environment whilst working towards and achieving deadlines. Use of MS Office software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools including (Burpsuite, Metasploit, Nmap) etc Good knowledge of multiple Operating Systems (OS) including Windows & *NIX Ability to configure network devices, firewalls, IDS/IPS devices and wireless technologies Document findings in detailed reports, providing clear recommendations for remediation using in-house developed reporting tool.
• Good understanding of common security standards and regulatory compliance such as GDPR, ISO27001 and PCI DSS An ability to work effectively and positively within a team and willing to collaborate and readily share knowledge and skills