Penetration Tester

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a skilled Penetration Tester to enhance its capabilities in cybersecurity. This is an opportunity to engage in meaningful testing work while focusing on personal development through training and certifications. The role offers a remote-first culture and a commitment to continuous learning and growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Remote-first culture

Support for training and certifications

Continuous learning opportunities

Autonomy in role

Exposure to diverse technical environments

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering high-quality penetration tests across various environments.
• Ability to produce clear and actionable reports for different audiences.
• Willingness to engage in continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality tests on Internal/External Infrastructure, WebApps, APIs, Hardware & Embedded Software.
• Produce concise reports for clients and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively or independently as part of a testing team.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Technical Writing

Client Engagement

Job description

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Penetration Tester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

Network IT Recruitment Limited

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

18

Posted:

09.06.2025

Expiry Date:

24.07.2025

Job Description:

If you're looking to join an established organisation expanding their penetration testing capabilities, this is a genuine opportunity to deliver impactful testing work without getting side-lined with adjacent tasks or red tape!

As part of a strategic investment, we're seeking experienced penetration testers to join the team, focusing on high-quality assessments and reports, with full investment in training and certifications (including those you personally want to pursue).

What you'll be doing:

• Deliver high-quality tests across various environments: Internal/External Infrastructure, WebApps, APIs, Hardware & Embedded Software.
• Produce clear, concise, and actionable reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work independently or collaboratively with a team of penetration testers.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to explain findings and remediation steps.

What's in it for you?

• Remote-first culture - Must be UK-based.
• Exposure to diverse technical environments and industries.
• Support and funding for training and industry-recognized certifications like CSTM, CRT, CTL.
• A culture valuing continuous learning, autonomy, and progression opportunities.
• The chance to make a real impact and grow within a maturing security team.
• Opportunity to specialize in desired areas without being pigeonholed.