PEN tester

We are a global recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you

Description:
Role Title - PEN Tester
Must have an active SC Clearance
Location: Hybrid (Wokingham)
Duration: 26/12/2025
Pay rate: £425 per day inside IR35

Role Description
Key Responsibilities
Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms
Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessments
Develop and execute red team exercises and threat simulations
Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings
Prepare comprehensive reports outlining findings, impact, and mitigation strategies
Stay current with latest attack vectors, tools, and security trends
Assist in security awareness training and internal education efforts
Contribute to security policies and best practices development

Required Skills & Qualifications
Proven experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming
Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring
Proficiency with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, Kali Linux
Familiarity with Scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud environments
Relevant certifications (eg, OSCP, CEH, GPEN, CRTP) are highly desirable
Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV, and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often shortlisted within 48 hours.