Penetration Tester

Jago Consultants; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Cyber Security specialist near Worthing is seeking a Penetration Tester with a minimum of 3 years of experience. This client-facing role involves delivering security assessments across various industries, with potential international travel. Suitable candidates will have strong cybersecurity certifications and a background in client consultation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in penetration testing.
• Client-facing experience in consultative environments.
• Familiarity with security assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver penetration testing services as per approved processes.
• Advise clients on findings and recommendations.
• Conduct research on security vulnerabilities.

Skills

Ethical hacking

Client consultation

Network protocols

Cryptography

Security tools

Education

Cybersecurity certifications (preferably CREST)

Tools

Security assessment tools

Job description

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We are working with a Cyber Security specialist based near Worthing, who is recruiting for a Penetration Tester with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

This role will be both client-facing. Working on multiple projects provides exposure to different industries. The client base covers the UK and the USA, so some international travel is expected (subject to COVID restrictions).

You’ll liaise directly with the business or IT representatives to advise on mitigating discovered flaws or implementing state-of-the-art security mechanisms.

Responsibilities include:

1. Deliver penetration testing services in line with approved processes.
2. Provide clients with advice related to findings and recommendations.
3. Conduct impact research on security vulnerabilities and technologies.
4. Collaborate with team members to enhance security knowledge.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Recognized cybersecurity certifications or proven experience in penetration testing/cybersecurity roles. Preferably CREST accredited.
• Experience in a client-facing, consultative environment (internal or external clients).
• Knowledge of security assessment and audit tools, techniques, and methodologies (penetration testing, ethical hacking).
• Good understanding of network protocols and services (e.g., OSI model, IP networking, TCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP).
• Familiarity with standard Office software (word processing, spreadsheets, project management tools).
• Understanding of cryptographic concepts and technologies.
• Experience with commercial and public domain security tools and software.
• Knowledge of firewalls, IPS, content management, anti-malware solutions.

Salary: Depending on previous experience & qualifications.