Senior Penetration Tester

Network IT Recruitment Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to lead complex engagements and mentor junior talent. The ideal candidate should have 4-5 years of relevant experience and strong skills in client engagements and reporting. The role involves collaborating with a talented team and influencing technical outcomes while ensuring high-quality reports. Candidates must have the legal right and background to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of relevant experience in penetration testing.
• Experience delivering client-facing testing engagements.
• Strong reporting skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead penetration testing engagements including Web, Infra, and Cloud.
• Evolve testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Deliver thorough and actionable reports.

Skills

Penetration testing

Client-facing engagement

Written communication

Time management

Education

Certifications such as CCT, CSTL

Job description

Do you have the expertise and drive to lead complex penetration testing engagements?

We’re on the lookout for a Senior Penetration Tester to join an established well-structured function; ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in technically rewarding environments, and brings experience, leadership, and critical thinking to every engagement.

Work alongside a talented team of penetration testers and consultants : Have a voice in shaping our tooling and methodologies, and influence both technical outcomes and the development of rising talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead penetration testing engagements (Web, Infra, Cloud etc)
• Apply and evolve testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Deliver high-quality thorough and actionable reports.
• Collaborate with account managers and support pre-sales when needed.
• Mentor and support the development of junior and mid-level testers.

Ideal Profile

• 4-5 years of relevant experience in similar penetration testing roles.
• Demonstrated experience delivering client-facing testing engagements.
• Certifications such as CCT , CSTL , or actively working toward similar.
• Strong written communication, reporting skills, and time management.

Please note: Candidates must have the legal right and background necessary to obtain UK Security Clearance.