Penetration Tester

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology consulting firm is looking for a Penetration Tester to oversee and coordinate a PEN Testing program. You will manage engagements across teams, facilitate communication of findings, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards. Candidates should have project management experience and familiarity with PEN Testing principles. This role is based in Wokingham with 50% on-site work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing.
• Strong communication skills to translate technical content for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements.
• Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines.
• Review and consolidate PEN Test results for clarity.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organisational abilities

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Penetration Tester

6 months

Wokingham - 50% on site

£450

A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors
• Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities
• Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting
• Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units
• Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities
• Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure alignment with broader security strategy
• Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) is a plus

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar)

Additional Skills

• Certifications like PMP, Prince2, or CISM/CISSP
• Experience working with external PEN Testing vendors or consultancies
• Ability to influence and drive remediation efforts across diverse team