Penetration Tester (CHECK Team Leader)

Layer7; Manchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Manchester is seeking a CHECK Team Leader to drive IT Health Checks and penetration testing for government clients. The ideal candidate should have CHECK Team Leader status and over 3 years of penetration testing experience. Your role includes mentoring team members and conducting security assessments using AWS and Kubernetes. This position offers a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Current or previous CHECK Team Leader status.
• 3+ years' hands-on penetration testing experience.
• Experience with AWS and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver IT Health Checks and penetration tests.
• Scope, plan, and run multi-phase security assessments.
• Mentor and upskill team members.

Skills

Penetration testing

AWS

Kubernetes

Technical communication

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for a CHECK Team Leader (CCT INF/APP or CSTL equivalent) to deliver ITHCs and penetration testing for government.

The Role

• Lead and deliver IT Health Checks and penetration tests (on-site & remote).

• Scope, plan, and run multi-phase security assessments.

• Produce clear, high-quality reports and peer reviews.

• Mentor and upskill team members through 1:1 coaching, workshops, and bootcamps.

• Open, transparent and collaborative approach

What You\'ll Need

• Current or previous CHECK Team Leader (Infrastructure or Application) status.

• 3+ years\' hands-on penetration testing including ITHCs.

• Experience with AWS and Kubernetes.

• Strong comms skills - technical detail, excellent technical skills.

• SC clearance