Penetration Tester
Take your skills beyond routine testing, tackle complex, high-stakes security challenges that actually matter.
A leading independent cybersecurity consultancy is hiring an experienced SC Cleared Penetration Tester to deliver advanced security testing for enterprise and government clients. This fully remote role offers high-impact work, technical autonomy, and top-tier professional development.
As a Penetration Tester ethical hacker on a mission, breaking into systems (legally) to find the cracks before attackers do. From probing networks and apps to running real-world attack simulations, you’ll uncover risks and turn them into sharp, no-nonsense reports for both tech teams and execs. Armed with tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite, you’ll team up with top consultants on high-stakes projects, blending technical skill with clear, confident communication.
What You’ll Do as a Penetration Tester
- Perform infrastructure, application, and cloud penetration tests
- Deliver detailed technical and executive-level reports
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, and social engineering
- Collaborate with senior consultants on high-value client engagements
Experience and qualification of the Penetration Tester
- 3+ years’ professional pen testing experience
- Deep knowledge of network, web, and application security
- Proficiency with tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, Wireshark
- Strong reporting and communication skills
- Active SC Clearance
Desirable: CREST / CHECK certifications (CCT, CTM, CSTL), OSCP, GIAC (GPEN, GWAPT), CEH Advanced, or similar credentials.
Why Apply?
- Remote-first setup across the UK
- £65,000–£95,000+ depending on experience
- Work with FTSE 100, government, and financial sector clients
- Accredited environment (CHECK, CREST, PCI QSA)
- Funded training, research, and certification pathways
If you are an experienced Penetration Tester looking for their next exciting challenge and want to Join a respected, independent consultancy shaping the UK’s cyber security landscape - APPLY NOW. Applicants must be UK-based and hold active SC Clearance.