Senior Penetration Tester

Posted 25 June 2025
Job type Permanent
Reference75726

Job description

Location: UK (Remote)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Salary: up to £90,000 depending on experience 


Join one of the UK's leading Technology Solutions providers who have specialised in delivering innovative IT services to both public and private sector clients for nearly 40 years!

Are you a passionate Penetration Tester with a knack for problem-solving, a curiosity for uncovering vulnerabilities, and a desire to make a real impact? We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Security Consultant to join a dynamic and growing Security Testing Practice. You play a leading role in delivering high-quality penetration testing services to clients. You’ll also act as a trusted ambassador for the cyber security brand, helping shape and strengthen their presence in the market.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver a range of penetration tests across networks, infrastructure, and web apps.
  • Stay up to date with certifications and industry standards.
  • Mentor junior consultants and share technical knowledge across the team.
  • Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients.


What You’ll Bring

Experience:

  • 5+ years in penetration testing.
  • Senior-level certifications (e.g. CREST Certified Tester or Cyber Scheme Team Leader).
  • Strong client-facing experience.
  • Able to obtain UK security clearance.


Skills & Knowledge:

  • Skilled in tools like Nessus, Nmap, BurpSuite, Metasploit.
  • Proficient in at least one scripting language (Bash, PowerShell, Python, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, and network device reviews.
  • Solid experience testing web applications and conducting ITHCs (PCI DSS, PSN).
  • Able to communicate technical detail clearly to all levels.

 

Core competencies

  • Passionate about cyber security and the entire security lifecycle.
  • Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders of all technical backgrounds.
  • Confident, curious, and solutions focused, able to adapt to fast moving environments.
  • Excellent communicator who can make complex technical topics accessible to any audience.


Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 27 days over time
  • 2 volunteering days per year
  • 1 personal day per year
  • Bank holidays off
  • Company matched pension scheme
  • Life assurance coverage
  • Enhanced parental leave policies
  • Option to purchase additional leave
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package with additional perks

 

Join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation in cyber security.