Penetration Tester

Our client is looking for a Penetration Tester to join their team on six month initial contract, working onsite three days a week in Wokingham and the rest remote. This role is working via umbrella and requires a candidate with an active SC clearance.

Required skills, experience and personal attributes:

Proven experience (2-3 years) in an IT security role to CTM level is essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Great organisation skills and ability to work in a pressurised environment whilst working towards and achieving deadlines.
Use of MS Office software such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint
The ability to travel to Capgemini customer locations.
Strong knowledge of penetration testing tools including (Burpsuite, Metasploit, Nmap) etc
Good knowledge of multiple Operating Systems (OS) including Windows &.NIX
Ability to configure network devices, Firewalls, IDS/IPS devices and wireless technologies
Document findings in detailed reports, providing clear recommendations for remediation using Capgemini's in-house developed reporting tool.
Good understanding of common security standards and regulatory compliance such as GDPR, ISO27001 and PCI DSS
An ability to work effectively and positively within a team and willing to collaborate and readily share knowledge and skills

MUST:
Relevant degree/postgraduate degree
CHECK Team Member qualification (Crest/CyberScheme) Experience in Cloud Security (AWS/Azure)

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

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