SC or NATO Cleared Penetration Tester

iO Associates; England; Remote; GBP 63,837 - 83,763; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Lead Principal Consultant – Penetration Tester for a 12-month contract outside IR35, starting in January. This remote role is targeted at candidates based in the UK or NATO countries. The ideal candidate will have extensive penetration testing experience and relevant professional qualifications. The compensation is up to £400 per day, with two sprints of work expected each month.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in penetration testing.
• Knowledge in system and network administration of UNIX and Windows systems.
• Prior experience in an international environment with military elements.

Skills

Web application penetration testing

IT infrastructure penetration testing

Network security architecture design

Use of penetration testing tools

Scripting skills in Python, Go, PowerShell

Familiarity with risk analysis methodologies

Education

OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, CREST Certified

Job description

Lead Principal Consultant – Penetration Tester

iO Associates is seeking SC or NATO Cleared Penetration Testers for a 12 month contract (outside IR35) starting in January, with a likely extension. This is a 100% remote role available to candidates based in the UK or a NATO country.

The client offers up to £400 per day (outside IR35). The work is structured as roughly two sprints per month.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge and experience (at least 3 years) in web application penetration testing, IT infrastructure penetration testing, network security architecture design
• Assessing security vulnerabilities within OS, software, protocols & networks
• Knowledge in system and network administration of UNIX and Windows systems
• Use of penetration testing tools, techniques, and recognized testing methodologies
• Scripting skills in at least one of: Python, Go, PowerShell, shell (bash, ksh, csh)
• Professional qualifications: OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, CREST Certified Web Application Tester, GXPN, GWAPT or equivalent
• Familiarity with risk analysis methodologies
• Prior experience in an international environment with military and civilian elements
• Knowledge of NATO organization and internal structure

Senior Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology – Military & International Affairs

For more information, please apply or send an updated CV to [e-mail] and a recruiter will call you to discuss the role.