Red Team Jobs in the UK

1 to 25 of 38 Red Team Jobs in the UK

Penetration Testing / Red Team Lead

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions
Penetration Testing Team Lead Technology Banking AVP Level Hybrid (London (Moorgate) 3 days per week) Salary & Package TBC Opportunity for a skilled Cyber Security Professional with penetration testing and red team expertise to join a global financial services organisation. This is a hands-on role where you'll simulate advanced cyber attacks, test defences, and influence … enterprise-level security strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead red team operations , penetration testing, and ethical hacking engagements Plan and deliver cyber attack simulations, vulnerability assessments, and social engineering tests Work with SOC teams on purple team exercises to enhance detection and response Produce executive reporting on cyber threats, risks, and remediation progress Collaborate with security and infrastructure … role in cyber security, penetration testing, and ethical hacking at enterprise scale. This role could suit individuals who have held the following role titles: Penetration Tester, Red Team Specialist, Lead Red Team Operator, Red Team Lead, Ethical Hacker, Security Tester, Vulnerability Analyst, Offensive Security Specialist, Threat Intelligence Analyst. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Penetration Testing / Red Team Lead

London, Coleman Street, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited
Penetration Testing Team Lead Technology Banking AVP Level Hybrid (London (Moorgate) 3 days per week) Salary & Package TBC Opportunity for a skilled Cyber Security Professional with penetration testing and red team expertise to join a global financial services organisation. This is a hands-on role where you'll simulate advanced cyber attacks, test defences, and influence … enterprise-level security strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead red team operations , penetration testing, and ethical hacking engagements Plan and deliver cyber attack simulations, vulnerability assessments, and social engineering tests Work with SOC teams on purple team exercises to enhance detection and response Produce executive reporting on cyber threats, risks, and remediation progress Collaborate with security and infrastructure … role in cyber security, penetration testing, and ethical hacking at enterprise scale. This role could suit individuals who have held the following role titles: Penetration Tester, Red Team Specialist, Lead Red Team Operator, Red Team Lead, Ethical Hacker, Security Tester, Vulnerability Analyst, Offensive Security Specialist, Threat Intelligence Analyst. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Penetration Tester - Red Team

Nationwide, United Kingdom
Mac Recruit Group
Penetration Tester - Red Team - Remote A renowned cyber security consultancy is growing their technical team with the addition of a Penetration Tester with experience of Red Team engagements. You'll join a talented team of cyber security specialists to work on a range of offensive security projects with clients across various industries … to develop your skills and career with professional qualifications. To be successful in this role, you should bring: A minimum of 2 years' experience working on red team engagements Strong background in penetration testing with skills in topics such as EDR evasion, exploit development, cloud exploitation etc. Coding experience in languages such as Python, C/C++ … undertaken, the successful candidate must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity to work on complex red team engagements, apply now More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Penetration Testing Team Lead

London, Walbrook, United Kingdom
Intec Select Ltd
Penetration Testing Team Lead Overview A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Penetration Testing Team Lead to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level role focused on driving penetration testing, red team operations, and cyber resilience. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse. Role and … Responsibilities Lead red team and penetration testing activities across the organisation. Plan and execute network, application, and social engineering assessments. Collaborate with SOC and vendors on purple team exercises. Identify and report on security risks, supporting remediation efforts. Manage red team tooling and test platforms. Work with tech teams to improve cyber defences … Deliver clear, executive-level reporting from technical findings. Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and attack methods. Skills and Experience 3+ years in penetration testing or red team operations. Strong understanding of APT tactics, evasion techniques, and system architecture. Experience with red/purple team tools and automated testing platforms. Solid grasp of blue More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £500000/annum
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Penetration Testing Team Lead

City of London, London, England, United Kingdom
INTEC SELECT LIMITED
Penetration Testing Team Lead Overview A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Penetration Testing Team Lead to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level role focused on driving penetration testing, red team operations, and cyber resilience. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse. Role and … Responsibilities Lead red team and penetration testing activities across the organisation. Plan and execute network, application, and social engineering assessments. Collaborate with SOC and vendors on purple team exercises. Identify and report on security risks, supporting remediation efforts. Manage red team tooling and test platforms. Work with tech teams to improve cyber defences … Deliver clear, executive-level reporting from technical findings. Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and attack methods. Skills and Experience 3+ years in penetration testing or red team operations. Strong understanding of APT tactics, evasion techniques, and system architecture. Experience with red/purple team tools and automated testing platforms. Solid grasp of blue More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £750,000 per annum
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Offensive Security Senior Manager

Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Unilever
businesses and increasing representation of diverse groups in our advertising. Find out more about our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion on our website . Unilever's Cyber Security team is a global, product-led function aligned to the NIST Cyber Security Framework. We deliver capabilities across governance, protection, detection, response, and recovery to safeguard our people, operations, and … surface management, and a mature bug bounty program. The ideal candidate will be a transformation leader with deep technical expertise in offensive security and a passion for building purple team capabilities that proactively identify and close control gaps across the enterprise. The Senior Manager - Offensive Security will serve as both a strategic leader and hands-on technical expert, driving … accountable for delivering high-impact penetration testing, managing our attack surface, and overseeing a global bug bounty program. With a strong focus on identifying control gaps and advancing purple team maturity, the ideal candidate will bring deep technical acumen, a transformation mindset, and a proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams in a dynamic, threat-informed environment. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Threat Intelligence Analyst

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions
Threat Intelligence Analyst for a leading global banking organisation with an advanced cyber defence function in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape threat intelligence, work alongside Red/Blue Teams, and operationalise intelligence using the latest cybersecurity … penetration testing, and Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) platforms. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and analyse global cyber threat landscapes, identifying threats, adversary tactics, and emerging risks Collaborate with Red Team, Blue Team, and Penetration Testing specialists to integrate intelligence into Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) scenarios Act as a point of contact between threat intelligence, Red/… incident response, providing context, attributions, and support as required Required Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity operations, or penetration testing Proven ability to work collaboratively with Red/Blue teams and Security Operations Centres (SOC) Hands-on experience with TIPs (Threat Intelligence Platforms), SIEM tools, and threat data enrichment solutions Practical exposure to Breach & Attack Simulation More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
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Threat Intelligence Analyst

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Threat Intelligence Analyst for a leading global banking organisation with an advanced cyber defence function in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape threat intelligence, work alongside Red/Blue Teams, and operationalise intelligence using the latest cybersecurity … penetration testing, and Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) platforms. Key Responsibilities: Monitor and analyse global cyber threat landscapes, identifying threats, adversary tactics, and emerging risks Collaborate with Red Team, Blue Team, and Penetration Testing specialists to integrate intelligence into Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) scenarios Act as a point of contact between threat intelligence, Red/… incident response, providing context, attributions, and support as required Required Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity operations, or penetration testing Proven ability to work collaboratively with Red/Blue teams and Security Operations Centres (SOC) Hands-on experience with TIPs (Threat Intelligence Platforms), SIEM tools, and threat data enrichment solutions Practical exposure to Breach & Attack Simulation More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: Competitive salary
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Penetration Tester

United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG)
thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a diverse family of minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk … Even if you feel you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply. Overview We're seeking a dynamic Penetration Tester to join our growing team within a large organization. This is a client-facing, fully remote role with exciting travel opportunities for internal engagements, wireless assessments, and red teaming. This opportunity is … within our Cyber Risk Management Division and will be part of a team of Penetration Testing experts. How you'll make an impact Conduct external, internal, web application, WiFi, cloud, and red team penetration tests. Engage in OSINT, phishing campaigns, Cyber Essentials audits, and governance projects. Provide cyber awareness training and network hardening consultations for clients. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Penetration Tester

Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
4SQUARE RECRUITMENT LTD
Full-Time My client is a dynamic and growing cybersecurity consultancy dedicated to providing top-tier security services to a diverse range of clients. They believe in empowering the team with the flexibility of remote work while tackling challenging and engaging projects that make a real difference to their clients' security posture. The Role We are seeking a highly … and provide pragmatic remediation advice to clients. Key Responsibilities Plan, lead, and execute sophisticated penetration tests across infrastructure, web applications, APIs, and internal networks. Conduct advanced Red Team exercises to simulate real-world adversary attacks and test organisational defences. Produce high-quality, clear, and concise reports for both technical and executive audiences, detailing findings, risks, and actionable … remediation strategies. Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the team, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with clients to scope engagements, present findings, and provide expert advice on mitigating identified vulnerabilities. Stay abreast of the latest security vulnerabilities, attack vectors, tools, and methodologies. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our testing methodologies and service offerings. Essential More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £75,000
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Senior Security Researcher

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
XACT PLACEMENTS LIMITED
offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences with full company support to make it happen What … theyre looking for: 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or equivalent … best tools & tech youll be enabled to do your best work ? Huge growth this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture ? World-class team collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isnt just another pentesting job. Its your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine whats possible More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £95,000
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Senior Security Consultant

United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Xact Placements Limited
offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences - with full company support to make it happen What … they're looking for: 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or … tools & tech - you'll be enabled to do your best work Huge growth - this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture World-class team - collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isn't just another pentesting job. It's your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Security Consultant

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Xact Placements Limited
offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences — with full company support to make it happen What … they’re looking for: 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or … tools & tech – you’ll be enabled to do your best work Huge growth – this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture World-class team – collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isn’t just another pentesting job. It’s your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £95,000 per annum
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Senior Security Researcher

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Xact Placements Limited
offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences — with full company support to make it happen What … they’re looking for: 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or … tools & tech – you’ll be enabled to do your best work Huge growth – this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture World-class team – collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isn’t just another pentesting job. It’s your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £95,000 per annum
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Penetration Tester

Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Investigo
Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities, delivering detailed risk assessments Design and execute red team exercises and threat simulations Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings Produce comprehensive reports highlighting risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies Stay up to date on emerging … Support internal security awareness training and initiatives Contribute to the development of security policies and best practices Required Skills & Experience: Strong background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming Deep knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring systems Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, and Kali Linux Scripting experience More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £500 - £525/day
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Penetration Tester

Winnersh, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Damia Group Ltd
manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessment 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 … 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 More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP 400 - 415 Daily
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Penetration Tester

Wokingham, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom
Damia Group Ltd
manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessment 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 … 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 More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £400 - £415 per day
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Penetration Tester

reading, south east england, united kingdom
Damia Group Ltd
manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessment 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 … 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 More ❯
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Pen tester

Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
Venn Group
out penetration tests (both automated and manual) on applications, networks, APIs, and mobile systems. Detect and exploit weaknesses, providing clear risk-based assessments Design and run red team scenarios and adversary simulations Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to remediate vulnerabilities Write thorough technical and executive-level reports detailing risks, business impact, and remediation options Keep pace … internal awareness sessions and training around cyber threats Feed into the development of security standards, guidance, and processes Skillset & requirements Solid background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming engagements Strong knowledge of frameworks such as OWASP Top 10 , MITRE ATT&CK , and risk-scoring methods like CVSS Practical use of tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £375 - £425 per day
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V04997 - Senior Threat Modeler

Preston, Lancashire, North West, United Kingdom
Outsource UK lTD
OWASP, STRIDE, PASTA Produce strategic risk and threat reports for senior stakeholders Stay ahead of the curve with threat intelligence and geopolitical awareness Skills Experience with threat modelling, red teaming, vulnerability management or active defence Knowledge of TTPs, threat actor motivations, and cyber frameworks (e.g. NIST CSF, FAIR, ISO 27001) Ability to interpret and design Data Flow Diagrams More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £68,484
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SOC/CSIRT Level 3 Analysts

Nationwide, United Kingdom
Morson Talent
industry tools to expedite containment, eradication, and recovery strategies that minimise business impact and protect network systems and customer data from cyber threats. Dimensions People – Work collaboratively in a team of around 14 cyber security operations staff. Mentor Level 1 and Level 2 SOC Analysts, providing guidance and training. Suppliers – Regular interaction with technical resources from outsourced Managed Security … and SOAR solutions, IAM, and DLP tools (e.g. FortiSIEM, Q-Radar, Microsoft Secure Gateway, Darktrace, Microsoft Defender, Sentinel). Experience developing incident response playbooks, SOAR workflows, red-team exercises, and tabletop simulations. Experience in investigating advanced intrusions, such as targeted ransomware or state-sponsored attacks. Summary: My client are looking for an experienced Incident Response (CSIRT)/ More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £600 - £800/day None
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Threat Intelligence Analyst

London, United Kingdom
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions
Threat Intelligence Analyst for a leading global banking organisation with an advanced cyber defence function in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape threat intelligence, work alongside Red/Blue Teams, and operationalise intelligence using the latest click apply for full job details More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP Annual
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Backend Software Engineer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Allegis Global Solutions
engineering and data science skills, ideal candidates will demonstrate a keen interest in ethical and safety aspects of using AI in drug discovery and the clinic. The Responsible AI team is built on the principles of ownership, accountability, continuous development, and collaboration. This fixed-term position is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and evaluation of generative … Responsible for high quality software implementations according to best practices, including automated test suites and documentation. Participate in code reviews, continuously improving personal standards as well as the wider team and product. Liaise with other technical staff and data engineers in the team and across allied teams, to build an end-to-end pipeline consuming other data products. …/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you need any adjustments in the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment team (EMEA-GSKLink@allegisglobalsolutions.com) to further discuss this today. Important notice to employment businesses/agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in More ❯
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Backend Software Engineer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Allegis Global Solutions
engineering and data science skills, ideal candidates will demonstrate a keen interest in ethical and safety aspects of using AI in drug discovery and the clinic. The Responsible AI team is built on the principles of ownership, accountability, continuous development, and collaboration. This fixed-term position is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and evaluation of generative … Responsible for high quality software implementations according to best practices, including automated test suites and documentation. Participate in code reviews, continuously improving personal standards as well as the wider team and product. Liaise with other technical staff and data engineers in the team and across allied teams, to build an end-to-end pipeline consuming other data products. …/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you need any adjustments in the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment team (EMEA-GSKLink@allegisglobalsolutions.com) to further discuss this today. Important notice to employment businesses/agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in More ❯
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Check Team Leader

England, United Kingdom
iO Associates
Overview CHECK Team Leader - Up to £80,000 (Remote with occasional travel to client sites) We're seeking a certified CHECK Team Leader to lead high-impact security testing across enterprise and cloud environments. This is a key role for an experienced professional ready to take ownership of critical engagements and mentor junior testers. Key Responsibilities Lead infrastructure … and cloud penetration tests (AWS, Azure, AD, Kubernetes). Mentor and support junior team members. Deliver clear, risk-focused technical reports. Support red teaming, adversary emulation, and R&D activities. Contribute to tooling and service development. Required Skills & Experience CHECK Team Leader certification (CTL-INF - Cyber Scheme or CREST). 2+ years as a CTL and … with tools like Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, and Impacket. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable Certifications: OSCP, OSEP, CRTO. Scripting with Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Experience in red or purple teaming. Other Requirements UK residency for the past 5 years. Must be Eligible for SC/DV clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel for client More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Red Team
10th Percentile
£26,000
25th Percentile
£40,000
Median
£57,500
75th Percentile
£90,000
90th Percentile
£104,000