Penetration tester - CHECK TEAM MEMBER

InfoSec People Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based MSSP is seeking an experienced Senior Penetration Testing Consultant. This remote-first role involves performing advanced penetration tests, leading junior testers, and engaging directly with clients. Ideal candidates will possess extensive penetration testing experience, relevant certifications, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in penetration testing and ethical hacking.
• Strong client engagement and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency with offensive security tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
• Engage with clients to define testing objectives.
• Lead junior testers and review reports for accuracy.
• Deliver comprehensive documentation and present findings.
• Innovate new tools and methodologies for red team capabilities.
• Collaborate across security teams and maintain client relationships.
• Support project delivery and manage multiple testing engagements.

Skills

Penetration testing

Ethical hacking

Client engagement

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

OSCP certification or equivalent

CRT certification or equivalent

CSTM certification or equivalent

Tools

Offensive security tools

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading UK-based MSSP, is looking for a Senior Penetration Testing Consultant to join their Red Team. This is a remote-first role with occasional on-site work, ideal for an experienced tester who wants to take on complex assessments, lead engagements, and contribute to a high-performing offensive security function.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced penetration tests and vulnerability assessments.
• Engage with clients to define testing objectives and provide expert consultancy.
• Lead junior testers, review reports, and ensure technical accuracy.
• Deliver clear, comprehensive documentation and present findings to clients.
• Innovate and contribute to new tools, methodologies, and red team capabilities.
• Collaborate across security teams and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support project delivery and manage multiple testing engagements.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in penetration testing and ethical hacking.
• Certifications such as OSCP, CRT, CSTM, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with offensive security tools and techniques.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Unfortunately, this role doesn't offer sponsorship and the client cannot offer this in the future.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Computer and Network Security