Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester – Bristol | Full-Time | Hybrid with Client Travel Salary: £30,000 - £65,000pa (Depending on experience)  My client is a UK-based technology and cybersecurity consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions across sectors including telecoms, finance, defence, rail, and aerospace. With expertise in cybersecurity, software development, and R&D, they work on some of the most critical and challenging projects in the UK and beyond.The Role They’re looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join their expert team in Bristol. You’ll be responsible for conducting advanced penetration tests, red team exercises, and vulnerability assessments, helping clients strengthen their defences and reduce risk.What You’ll Do

• Perform penetration testing across networks, systems, and applications
• Lead vulnerability assessments and red teaming activities
• Create detailed reports and communicate findings clearly to clients
• Contribute to internal research and tool development

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years’ experience in penetration testing or vulnerability assessment
• CHECK, CREST, or equivalent certification
• Strong technical understanding of networks, OS, and security tools (Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc.)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

• Coding/scripting (Python, Bash, C#)
• Web/mobile app testing, reverse engineering, or malware analysis
• Audit experience (ISO27001, CTAS, CAS(T))
• Mentoring or leadership capability

Why Apply? Join a highly skilled team tackling complex cybersecurity challenges. This role offers real technical variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a tangible impact in the cyber sector.Interested? Apply today or reach out to learn more about this opportunity.