Senior Penetration Tester

Network IT Recruitment Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to lead complex testing engagements in various environments including web, infrastructure, and cloud. This role requires a minimum of 4 to 5 years of expertise, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. Join a talented team where you will influence both technical outcomes and the development of rising talent, while enjoying autonomy in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in penetration testing roles.
• Experience in client-facing engagements.
• Ability to mentor junior and mid-level testers.

Responsibilities

• Lead various penetration testing engagements.
• Enhance testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Produce thorough and actionable reports.
• Collaborate with account managers.
• Support the development of junior testers.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Education

Relevant certifications (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.