Senior Pen Tester

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de cybersécurité recherche un Senior Penetration Tester pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique. Ce rôle vous permettra de diriger des tests, de mentor les juniors, tout en collaborant avec des clients sur des enjeux critiques tels que la défense nationale. Si vous avez un esprit innovant et une solide expérience, ce poste est fait pour vous.

Benefits

Flexibilité de travail à distance

Équipe collaborative et amicale

Opportunités de leadership

Qualifications

• Expérience significative en tests de pénétration au Royaume-Uni.
• Statut de membre de l'équipe CHECK de la NCSC.
• Compréhension claire du test de pénétration et des équipes rouges.

Responsibilities

• Diriger et réaliser des tests de pénétration pratiques.
• Mentorer les testeurs juniors et examiner les résultats techniques.
• Collaborer avec les clients et fournir des conseils d'expert.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Communication

Reporting

Cybersecurity

Technical Depth

Job description

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Client:

LT Harper - Cyber Security Recruitment

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, 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.