Remote Penetration Tester – Client-Facing Security Assessments

Cognisys; Leeds; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognisys is a global cybersecurity company specialising in Penetration Testing, GRC Consulting and Managed Security services. We’re growing and looking for a Pen Tester to join during an exciting period of expansion.

As a Pen Tester you will combine automated tools with manual techniques to deliver security assessments across client environments, communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and help shape remediation strategies while maintaining high client

Responsibilities

• Penetration testing across networks, web apps, APIs, mobile apps and cloud environments.
• Simulate real-world attack scenarios to assess client resilience against cyber threats.
• Use a mix of automated tools and manual testing/exploitation techniques.
• Identify, analyse and report on vulnerabilities with clear remediation guidance.
• Assess security controls and identify improvement opportunities.
• Stay up to date with emerging vulnerabilities, attack techniques and industry developments.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to clients.
• Produce high-quality reports following engagements.
• Translate technical detail into actionable guidance for technical and executive audiences.
• Collaborate with the wider cybersecurity team to share knowledge.

Job description

Cognisys is a global cybersecurity company specialising in Penetration Testing, GRC Consulting and Managed Security services. We’re growing and looking for a Pen Tester to join during an exciting period of expansion.

As a Pen Tester you will combine automated tools with manual techniques to deliver security assessments across client environments, communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and help shape remediation strategies while maintaining high client