1 to 25 of 113 Penetration Testing Jobs in the UK

Pen Tester

Hiring Organisation
Stackstudio Digital Ltd
Location
Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract, Work From Home
Contract Rate
From £350 to £360 per day
Reading Mode of Working: Hybrid Hybrid Requirement: 3 days The Role We're looking for Security Consultant/Senior Security Consultant with expertise in penetration testing. As part of our Cyber Security team, you shall perform penetration testing which includes internet, intranet, wireless, web application, social engineering … physical penetration testing. You shall also perform in-depth analysis of penetration testing results and create report that describes findings, exploitation procedures, risks and recommendations. -------> Please include a brief outline of the impact this role will have, including overview of customer industry and projects, access to cutting ...

Cyber Security Consultant

Hiring Organisation
LM RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LTD
Location
United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£65,000
colleagues to join our expanding consultancy team. Our new colleagues will work as an integral part of our team to primarily deliver high quality penetration testing, red teaming and otherbespokesecurity consultancy work for our clients. Our team is dynamic, innovative and dedicated to making a difference … engage with and delight our customers and to work autonomously, and as part of our team, to achieve great outcomes, and customer satisfaction. Alongside penetration testing and red-teaming for our customers, opportunities to deliver training, research projects, and to participate in industry events and conferences ...

Senior Offensive Security Engineers

Hiring Organisation
Lynx Recruitment Limited
Location
London, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Work From Home
Salary
£80,000
based) | Cybersecurity Scale-Up A fast-growing cybersecurity company is seekingSenior Offensive Security Engineers to strengthen their offensive security capabilities. The Role: Conduct comprehensive penetration testing across web applications, infrastructure, APIs, and cloud environments Perform manual security assessments and exploitation Deliver client-facing penetration testing engagements … improvements Essential Requirements: UK Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related subject (or UK Master's as alternative) 3-5 years commercial penetration testing experience Strong understanding of offensive security techniques, OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK Deep knowledge of operating systems, networking protocols, and system ...

Penetration Tester

Hiring Organisation
Marshall Wolfe
Location
Ipswich, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contractor
Contract Rate
Competitive salary
Penetration Tester We are looking to recruit the services of an experienced Penetration Tester to join our client’s Information Security team on a contract basis (initially 6 months, inside IR35). The role is based in Ipswich, so candidates MUST live a commutable distance and be willing … systems, delivering clear and actionable findings to senior security leadership. This is a hands-on technical role with a strong emphasis on application-level penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and clear risk communication. While you’ll work closely with security and technology teams, your primary objective is to uncover ...

Penetration Tester

Hiring Organisation
Lawrence Harvey
Location
Nationwide, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£40000 - £60000/annum
Penetration Tester £40-60K Fully Remote I’m seeking motivated and capable Penetration Tester to join a growing consultancy. You’ll work closely with highly skilled penetration testers, delivering high-quality testing services to a wide variety of organisations. The role covers the full engagement … lifecycle, from pre-sales support through hands-on testing, reporting, and client debriefs. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of hands-on penetration testing experience and be comfortable delivering the following services: Web application penetration testing API security testing Internal ...

Senior Offensive Security Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Experian Ltd
Location
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Work From Home
verifying the efficacy of our technical, people, physical and process controls from an attacker perspective. The team perform regular Adversary Simulation (Red Team) testing and a range of Ad-Hoc and Tactical Assessments based on changes to the threat landscape and organisational needs. To succeed in this role … adversary simulation. Detailed knowledge of global cyber threats and the procedures used by cyber adversaries. Two or more of the following skills: Network penetration testing and manipulation of network infrastructure Web application penetration testing assessments Email, phone, or physical social-engineering assessments Development, extension, or modifying ...

Penetration Tester

Hiring Organisation
Lawrence Harvey
Location
Nationwide, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£80000 - £100000/annum
rapidly growing leader in proactive cybersecurity services is expanding its consulting team and seeking a Security Consultant with a strong background in mobile application penetration testing. This role is ideal for a hands-on penetration tester who enjoys uncovering complex vulnerabilities and delivering meaningful security improvements for enterprise … clients. You will work alongside experienced security professionals, leveraging advanced tooling, automation, and research-driven methodologies to perform deep technical testing across mobile applications and APIs. The focus of this role is on producing high-quality, actionable findings that help organizations strengthen their security posture. Key Responsibilities Perform penetration ...

IoT/IIoT Cybersecurity Engineer

Hiring Organisation
TUV SUD Limited
Location
Nationwide, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
cybersecurity assessment and certification evaluation of products and components. Examples of the tasks, include, but are not limited to; assessment to latest cybersecurity standards, penetration testing (IoT and WebApp), threat modelling, firmware investigation, code analysis etc. This service will be provided to external clients, who will predominantly … requirements and, using your technical expertise, you will contribute to the development and scaling of a robust product certification framework. Your role will include testing products as well as contributing to the development of an evolving and dynamic cyber assessment service. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Perform assessments to the latest ...

Application Security Specialist

Hiring Organisation
Searchability (UK) Ltd
Location
Manchester, North West, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent, Work From Home
Salary
£80,000
work closely with Software Development teams to ensure application-based vulnerabilities are understood, prioritised, and remediated effectively. You'll contribute to threat modelling, penetration testing, secure design reviews, and the continuous improvement of security testing methodologies. The role also plays a key part in enhancing existing security … automation and the responsible use of AI within application security. INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST ESSENTIAL SKILLS: * Hands-on experience with static and dynamic application security testing tools * Strong understanding of OWASP principles and their use within threat modelling * Experience conducting and reporting on web application penetration testing * Knowledge ...

Penetration Test Lead - Hands on

Hiring Organisation
Sanderson Recruitment
Location
Bristol, Avon, South West, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Contract Rate
£400 - £500 per day
Penetration Test Lead - Hands on Rate - £400 - £500 Inside IR35 Duration - 3 months initial Location - Bristol (Once a month on site) We are seeking an experienced Pen Test Lead with strong, hands-on penetration testing expertise to lead and support a small internal testing function. This … role combines technical delivery with day-to-day leadership, overseeing a team of three penetration testers. You'll be responsible for managing testing intake, scoping engagements, delegating work and ensuring high-quality, timely delivery across multiple assessments. Alongside team leadership, you'll remain technically engaged, providing guidance ...

Security Risk Analyst

Hiring Organisation
Auxo Talent
Location
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom
application landscape. Key Responsibilities: Conduct security risk diagnostics on enterprise applications to identify vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and compliance gaps. Perform comprehensive vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to evaluate application-level security posture. Develop detailed risk reports and vulnerability findings, including risk impact and likelihood, and deliver to the CISO. … internal or external reviews. Apply industry-recognized standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, in assessments and recommendations. Leverage past penetration testing, vulnerability management, and incident response experience to identify and contextualize threats effectively. Partner with and provide direct insights to CISOs and senior security ...

Head of Security Testing and Vulnerability Management

Hiring Organisation
Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£85,000
Role: Head of Security Testing & Vulnerability Management Location: Leeds (Hybrid 2/3 split) Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Summary: The Head of Security Testing and Vulnerability Management is responsible for defining and delivering the organisation's global approach to security testing and vulnerability management. This role … operates in a complex, multi-regional environment and works closely with technology, engineering, and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Define and lead the global security testing and vulnerability management strategy aligned to enterprise risk objectives. Establish governance, metrics, and reporting for security testing and remediation activities. Oversee penetration ...

Cyber Security Consultant

Hiring Organisation
Tec Partners
Location
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contract
Contract Rate
£400 - £500/day
Partners are working with a world-leading technology client who are currently looking for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant, with a strong background in Penetration Testing. As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will draw on your Penetration Testing background to deliver risk analysis reporting, reporting into senior … leadership. What they are looking for: Strong background in Penetration Testing (essential) Extensive Cyber Security experience Strong stakeholder management skills Risk analysis and reporting experience is advantageous, but not required This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cyber Security Consultant to join a truly world-class business ...

Senior Principal Offensive Security Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Oracle
Location
United Kingdom
services meet the security objectives we communicate to customers. The Offensive Security group performs security assessments, vulnerability research, static and dynamic analysis research, penetration testing, red-teaming, and security tool development. We ensure the security of the software and hardware that runs our cloud infrastructure and strive … services meet the security objectives we communicate to customers. The Offensive Security group performs security assessments, vulnerability research, static and dynamic analysis research, penetration testing, red-teaming, and security tool development. We ensure the security of the software and hardware that runs our cloud infrastructure and strive ...

Penetration Tester (CHECK)

Hiring Organisation
Computer Network Defence Ltd (CND)
Location
Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom
where you stand to work alongside some very talented testers? CND are working with a boutique Cyber Security consultancy who are focused on the Penetration Testing market. What makes them stand out? They are not interested in flashy marketing and would never be caught trying to pass … Nessus scan as a Penetration Test. The business has been built on delivering excellent testing and reports as well as ensuring that clients see the real benefits of their testing outputs. The company have an office in Cheltenham however you are welcome to work where is best ...

SOC and Vulnerability Consultant

Hiring Organisation
Logiq
Location
Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
Qualifications Experience: Computer Security Security Blue Team 1 or higher CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst One of: CREST Registered Penetration Tester, CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester, Cyber Scheme Team Member (CSTM), Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL), EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA): Penetration Testing practical, EC-Council Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) Company benefits include: Discretionary 10% bonus Discretionary 2k annual training fund per employee Very competitive pension scheme Virtual GP Annual Eye Test ...

Cyber Security Test Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Spacelabs Healthcare
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Principal Cybersecurity Test Engineer is an elite-level individual contributor role within the Spacelabs Cybersecurity Team. This position is responsible for designing and conducting penetration testing to ensure robust security controls for Spacelabs products, infrastructure, and solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and execute penetration tests simulating advanced cyber … emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker methodologies using internal and external resources. Develop and maintain security assessment project plans. Create and implement security exploits for penetration testing; continuously adopt new exploit development methods. Evaluate applicability of exploits and tools for products and applications. Support security awareness initiatives and product ...

Security Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Provn
Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
threat intelligence and vulnerability management to incident simulations and vendor risk management. Key Responsibilities: Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Security Operations & Incident Response Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Threat Intelligence Vendor Risk Management Cloud Security Practices Business Risk Management Security Monitoring & Incident Simulations Why Apply: Competitive salary … Hands-on involvement in incident response and security operations Opportunity to influence security strategy, policies, and standards Exposure to threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and penetration testing Work closely with Infrastructure and Development teams Contribute to a strong security culture and business resilience initiatives If this sounds like ...

DevSecOps Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Big Red Recruitment Midlands Limited
Location
G2 2LH, Glasgow, City of Glasgow, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£60000 - £65000/annum
development, DevOps and security, helping teams understand why vulnerabilities exist and how to fix them properly. The foundations are already strong, with regular external penetration testing, positive audit outcomes, and mature security tooling are in place. Your role is to raise the bar further, embedding security deeper into … secure configuration and deployment within Azure (including Azure Front Door, WAF, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel) Support and interpret results from ITHC (UK Government-standard) penetration tests, ensuring findings are understood and remediated across product and platform teams Embed security controls and testing into CI/CD pipelines, improving ...

DevSecOps Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Big Red Recruitment Midlands Limited
Location
Nottingham, Basford, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£60000 - £65000/annum £60,000 - £65,000 + benefits
development, DevOps and security, helping teams understand why vulnerabilities exist and how to fix them properly. The foundations are already strong, with regular external penetration testing, positive audit outcomes, and mature security tooling are in place. Your role is to raise the bar further, embedding security deeper into … secure configuration and deployment within Azure (including Azure Front Door, WAF, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel) Support and interpret results from ITHC (UK Government-standard) penetration tests, ensuring findings are understood and remediated across product and platform teams Embed security controls and testing into CI/CD pipelines, improving ...

Principal Security Consultant

Hiring Organisation
Hyper Recruitment Solutions LTD
Location
West Midlands, Birmingham, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£70000 - £80000/annum
varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows: 1. Managing the entire lifecycle of security engagements, from kick-off calls through testing, reporting, and debriefing. 2. Producing high-quality, thorough reports that demonstrate continuous improvement. 3. Developing and maintaining professional, consultative client relationships and supporting scoping efforts … looking to identify the following on your profile and past history: 1. Relevant degree in a related field. 2. Proven industry experience in penetration testing across applications, infrastructure, cloud platforms, mobile environments, and social engineering. 3. A working knowledge and practical experience with CREST Certified Tester ...

Security Engineer

Hiring Organisation
Southern Communications Ltd
Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire, South East, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£50,000
going security incidents. Responding to active alerts from security systems. Writing change management requests for security-related changes . Vulnerability & Endpoint Management: Conducting penetration testing and tracking corrective actions. Resolving vulnerabilities in the infrastructure and EUC estate. Defining and managing the configuration of endpoint protection policies. Managing … EUC. Being consulted on identity and access administration matters Skills Required: Strong technical knowledge of security tools, frameworks and best practices. Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management processes. Understanding of endpoint protection technologies and policies. Knowledge of identity and access management principles. Familiarity with security accreditations such ...

Head of Professional Services - Microsoft, Cyber Operations - £90,000-£100,000 + bonus - Homebased

Hiring Organisation
InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitmen
Location
England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 90,000 - 100,000 Annual
able to sit on client meeting and deliver great consultancy. Key Skills: Proven experience in leading large-scale consulting operations, including information consulting, penetration testing, and technical consulting. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity systems, and enterprise architectures, and how these shape both risk and remediation. … Strong grasp of professional services economics and delivery mechanics, including utilisation, margin, and capacity planning. Deep understanding of assurance methodologies, risk management, penetration testing techniques, and relevant frameworks/standards. Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience developing senior managers and technical teams. Commercial acumen and experience ...

Penetration Tester

Hiring Organisation
Opus Recruitment Solutions
Location
United Kingdom
Penetration Tester (Junior–Mid Level) - UK remote - £30,000 - £60,000 Opus is partnered with a specialist cyber security consultancy renowned for delivering high‐impact penetration testing, red‐team engagements, and advanced security assessments to clients across finance, government, defence, and enterprise sectors. Due to continued growth … they are seeking a Junior–Mid Level Penetration Tester with exceptional academic credentials and a strong technical foundation. This role is ideal for someone who has already gained hands‐on experience in offensive security—either commercially or through structured labs, CTFs, or research—and is ready to accelerate their ...

Penetration Tester

Hiring Organisation
Digital Waffle
Location
United Kingdom
Title: Penetration Tester (CHECK Team Member) Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote) Experience: 1–3 years Eligibility: UK National (must be eligible for security clearance) About the Role: We’re looking for a Penetration Tester (CHECK Team Member) to join our growing cybersecurity team. You’ll conduct network … application security testing for a range of clients, helping identify vulnerabilities and strengthen defences. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality penetration tests and vulnerability assessments. Produce clear, actionable reports and remediation guidance. Support CHECK-accredited engagements and collaborate with senior testers. Stay current with new exploits, tools, and testing ...