Penetration Tester - Consultancy

Are you ready to venture deeper into your career as a Senior Penetration Testing Consultant? Join a well-established Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) and a leading Fortinet and Microsoft partner, delivering high-impact cybersecurity solutions to clients in the defense, government, and financial services industries. Committed to nurturing talent, the organization offers a certification sponsorship and professional development plan.

They are currently seeking for a Senior Penetration Testing Consultant to lead advanced penetration tests and security assessments of systems, networks, and applications. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced penetration tests, including complex network, application security, and specialized assessments.
• Use cutting-edge tools and techniques to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in diverse environments.
• Apply knowledge and practical experience in cloud and mobile penetration testing.
• Collaborate with clients to define project scopes, objectives, and expectations, including conducting pre-engagement meetings to understand their environments and threat landscapes.
• Offer technical leadership by guiding and mentoring junior team members while reviewing and validating their work to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Develop detailed reports on penetration test results, vulnerabilities, attack paths, and recommended remediations, and present findings to clients with expert guidance on risk mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods while researching and developing new methodologies and tools to enhance penetration testing capabilities.
• Work with cybersecurity teams to enhance overall security posture while sharing expertise and promoting continuous learning within the team.
• Establish and nurture strong client relationships, delivering actionable advice based on test findings to enhance their security and build trust.

Skills/Must have:

• 3 years experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and security assessments.
• Industry-recognised certifications (e.g., CSTM, CRT, CTL, OSCP).
• Proficient in advanced tools and techniques for penetration testing.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, best practices, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proven ability to think critically and strategically to identify vulnerabilities and risks.

Benefits:

• Career development program
• Certification sponsorship
• Remote working

Salary:

• £45,000-£55,000