Senior Pen Tester

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading penetration tests, mentoring junior members, and advising clients on cyber threats across various sectors. You will tackle unique challenges, all while contributing to national defense and critical infrastructure projects, with flexibility in work location.

Benefits

Flexibility to work remotely or from offices

Opportunities for leadership growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• NCSC CHECK Team Member status required.
• Solid UK penetration testing experience.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver hands-on penetration tests.
• Mentor junior testers and review technical outputs.
• Collaborate with clients and provide expert guidance.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Cybersecurity

Technical Reporting

Communication

Job description

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Client:

LT Harper - Cyber Security Recruitment

Location:

kingston upon hull, east yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Penetration Tester – (UK only - Must be eligible for Security Clearance)

Location: UK (Leeds, Bristol, London or Remote)

Step up your game in cybersecurity. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Penetration Tester who thrives on pushing boundaries, thinks like an attacker, and delivers like a pro. You’ll be joining a tight-knit team of passionate ethical hackers tackling high-impact, real-world cyber threats across both government and commercial landscapes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and deliver hands-on penetration tests
• Mentor junior testers and review technical outputs
• Collaborate with clients and provide expert guidance
• Feed into proposals and help shape strategic direction
• Continuously grow your technical and consulting skills

What You’ll Need:

NCSC CHECK Team Member status

Solid UK penetration testing experience (ideally across varied environments)

Technical depth in networks, systems, and application testing

Strong communication and reporting skills

A hacker mindset and the drive to stay ahead of evolving threats

Clear and demonstrable understanding of penetration testing and red-teaming including NCSC and CREST accredited schemes

Why This Role?

? Tackle engagements you won’t find elsewhere — including national defence and critical infrastructure

? Join a collaborative, friendly team that supports your development

? Flexibility to work remotely or from offices in Leeds, London or Bristol

? Grow into leadership and shape how testing is delivered to top-tier clients

No degree? No problem. If you’ve got the skills, passion, and mindset, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out to [emailprotected] and take the next step in your cyber career.