Senior Security & Penetration Tester – London

Cognizant; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking a Security / Penetration Testing Engineer in London. The role includes gathering security requirements, conducting API and UI/Web application penetration testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in penetration testing and a CREST certification. This position emphasizes detailed documentation and proactive communication with stakeholders, contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• CREST certification (CRT/CPT/CPSA or equivalent) is mandatory.
• Strong hands-on experience in API and UI/Web application penetration testing.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and PCI-DSS.

Responsibilities

• Gather security requirements and define penetration testing scope.
• Conduct API and UI/Web application penetration testing for vulnerabilities.
• Prepare comprehensive test reports including risk ratings.

Skills

API penetration testing

UI/Web application penetration testing

Security standards knowledge

Documentation & Reporting

Compliance awareness

Job description

A leading IT services company is seeking a Security / Penetration Testing Engineer in London. The role includes gathering security requirements, conducting API and UI/Web application penetration testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in penetration testing and a CREST certification. This position emphasizes detailed documentation and proactive communication with stakeholders, contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies.