Principal Penetration Tester

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Remote; GBP 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm seeks a Principal Penetration Tester in Swindon. The role offers full autonomy and remote work with flexible hours while leading a growing Pen Test practice. Candidates should have relevant cybersecurity credentials and leadership experience, with an attractive salary of £95k.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training to prevent burnout

Share schemes

Personal development budgets

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple industries required.
• Leadership experience supervising 2 direct reports.
• Expertise in scripting, particularly Python preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the Pen Testing practice.
• Work closely with Security Tech Director.
• Support scaling of security services.

Skills

Leadership

Infrastructure Penetration Testing

Scripting/Programming

Education

Relevant cybersecurity credentials (CCT essential)

Job description

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Principal Penetration Tester, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: G.Digital

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Principal Penetration Tester - £95k - Swindon (Remote first) - Amazing growth opportunities

G.Digital has partnered exclusively with a new client to expand their Penetration Testing Practice. You will work closely with a Security Tech Director, taking full ownership of the Pen Testing practice and supporting the scaling of security services.

What can you expect?

• Full autonomy and ownership of your Service Delivery Stream
• Remote work with bi-yearly meet-ups
• Flexible hours
• Training to prevent burnout
• Share schemes
• Personal development budgets

Requirements:

• Experience across multiple industries
• Leadership experience (2 direct reports, 11 overall)
• Relevant cybersecurity credentials (CCT is essential)
• Expertise in Infrastructure Penetration Testing
• Skills in scripting/programming (Python preferred)
• Pre-sales experience (ad hoc)

Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing June 2nd, including two technical assessments and a final HR/CEO meeting. Contact us if interested!