Penetration Tester

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing leader in cybersecurity is seeking a penetration tester to join their team. This role involves conducting comprehensive security testing across various platforms, providing detailed reports, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in penetration testing and relevant certifications, offering a chance to contribute to a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of demonstrable experience in penetration testing.
• Hold relevant cybersecurity certifications.
• Familiar with attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and security tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough penetration tests on networks, applications, and cloud environments.
• Deliver client-ready reports with findings and remediation advice.
• Collaborate with clients throughout the testing process.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Scripting/Automation

Communication

Education

OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)

CRT (CREST Registered Tester)

CCT-INF (CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester)

Tools

Burp Suite

Nmap

Metasploit

Job description

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Travel: Occasional travel to client sites or company events

Our client is a respected and rapidly growing leader in the cybersecurity and risk consulting space. Working with a wide range of organizations — from FTSE 100 companies to critical infrastructure and government entities — they provide high-quality security testing and advisory services across various industries.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and offers the flexibility of remote working with the stimulation of varied engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough penetration tests on infrastructure, networks, cloud environments, and web applications.
• Deliver high-quality, client-ready reports detailing findings, impact, and practical remediation advice.
• Collaborate directly with client stakeholders during scoping, testing, and results presentations.
• Keep current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and tools in the offensive security landscape.
• Contribute to internal development of testing methodologies, tooling, and knowledge sharing.
• Experience with red teaming, threat simulation, or assumed breach testing.
• Scripting/automation with Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Previous consultancy or client-facing experience.
• Eligibility for or possession of UK Security Clearance (preferred but not required).
• Solid understanding of common attack techniques and vulnerability classes (e.g., OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Strong familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, etc.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrable experience in penetration testing (minimum 2 years preferred).
• Hold at least one of the following certifications:
• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
• CRT (CREST Registered Tester)
• CCT-INF (CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester)