Penetration Tester - CTM, NCSE, Penetration Testing, CPSA, CRT - £55,000 - £65,000 - Homebased

InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitmen; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to protect clients' critical systems. This fully remote role involves engaging with various clients to perform penetration testing, document findings, and improve security posture. Ideal candidates will have qualifications like CPSA or CRT and hands-on experience with penetration testing tools. A passion for learning and growth is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with penetration testing or IT Health Check delivery.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearances.
• Exceptional result documentation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration testing across multiple engagements.
• Engage with clients to clarify scope and deliver findings.
• Document methodology and results in client-ready reports.
• Collaborate to address vulnerabilities and improve security.

Skills

Hands-on experience in penetration testing

Ability to document results

Understanding of network protocols

Education

Penetration testing qualification (CPSA, CRT, etc.)

Tools

Burp Suite

Nmap

Nessus

Metasploit

Job description

Overview

Penetration Tester - CTM, NCSE, Penetration testing, CPSA, CRT - £55,000 - £65,000 - Homebased

Are you an ambitious individual with a passion for uncovering vulnerabilities and strengthening digital defences?

As a Penetration Tester you will be playing a key role in protecting our clients' critical systems. Working in a fast-paced environment you will be working on multiple client engagements. This role has come about due to the amount of requirements they have in the pipeline. Loads of opportunity to progress and learn from experienced consultants working alongside you.

There is a wide range of clients that you could be engaged with both Public and Private Sector, some are one off engagements sometimes there will be multiyear engagements.

Responsibilities

• Protect clients\' critical systems by performing penetration testing across multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage with clients to understand scope and deliver clear, actionable findings.
• Document testing methodology, results, and recommendations in client-ready reports.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to address identified vulnerabilities and improve security posture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in penetration testing or IT Health Check delivery.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearances.
• Familiarity with common tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, etc.
• Understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, OSI model) and common web applications.
• Current penetration testing qualification such as Crest Practitioner Security Analyst (CPSA), Crest Registered Tester (CRT), or Cyber Scheme Team Member (CSTM).
• Exceptional documentation of results and ability to present to clients.
• Ability to have technical discussions with non-technical individuals to explain outcomes clearly.

This role is fully remote, with support available within the business through group chats and ongoing guidance. A passionate individual who wants to improve and upskill is perfect for this role.