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Penetration Testing Program Manager PMO Pen Manager 3 months Wokingham - 50% on site £450 MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC Summary A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts … are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors Coordinate scheduling … resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure More ❯

Senior Penetration Tester Location: Fully Remote (UK-Based) Salary Range: £50,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience) Position: Permanent, 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 skilled and motivated Senior Penetration Tester to join our remote team. You will be responsible for leading and executing complex penetration tests against a variety of systems, networks, and applications. The ideal candidate is not just a proficient tester … but a critical thinker who can articulate risks clearly 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 More ❯

are looking for a technically exceptional and visionary Senior Manager to lead our Offensive Security function. This role is both strategic and hands-on, responsible for delivering high-impact penetration testing, attack 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 … Security will serve as both a strategic leader and hands-on technical expert, driving the evolution of our offensive security capabilities. This role is 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 … a transformation mindset, and a proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams in a dynamic, threat-informed environment. RESPONSIBILITIES Technical Leadership & Execution - Personally lead and execute advanced penetration tests, red/purple team exercises, and adversary emulation campaigns across cloud, application, and infrastructure layers. - Identify and exploit vulnerabilities to simulate real-world attack scenarios, validate detection and More ❯

Penetration Tester 6 months Wokingham - 50% on site £450 Summary A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in … cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing … Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities Experience working in regulated environments or More ❯

Penetration Tester 6 months Wokingham - 50% on site £450 Summary A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in … cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing … Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities Experience working in regulated environments or More ❯

Penetration Tester 6 months Wokingham Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. - 50% on site £450 Summary A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities … clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple … teams and vendors Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance Collaborate More ❯

Penetration Tester 6 months Wokingham - 50% on site £450 Summary A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation click apply for full job More ❯

CHECK Team Leader Infrastructure CHECK Certified Penetration tester/CTL/Inf/Outside IR35/Fully Remote/£600 pd/ASAP Start/2 Weeks SR2 have partnered with a specialist Cyber Security Consultancy looking to expand their consultant CHECK team for a recent bid win.The CTL will lead on high-assurance CHECK penetration testing whilst upholding testing standards and create high quality reports.RequiredActive CTL qualification at Principal or Chartered in Infrastructure.Extensive background in penetration testing.Currently holding SC.Passionate and proactive in your testing approach.Excellent communication skills.Contract Details2 Weeks - Potential future engagementsOutside IR35£600 Per dayFully RemoteASAP Start, 1 Stage Interview processPlease apply now or contact me directly if this role looks More ❯

SC CLEARED* Penetration Tester 3 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Wokingham - 50/50 Rate: £400 - £425 (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great … opportunity for a number of Penetration Tester's to join the team. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms - Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessments - Develop and execute red team exercises and threat simulations - Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings - Prepare comprehensive … attack vectors, tools, and security trends - Assist in security awareness training and internal education efforts - Contribute to security policies and best practices development Key Skills & Experience: - 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 More ❯

detection, incident response, and cyber kill chain Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and CIS frameworks Understanding of network traffic flows and vulnerability management Exposure to ethical hacking and penetration testing Knowledge of ITIL disciplines (Incident, Problem, Change Management) Experience with ServiceNow Security Suite Cloud experience (AWS and/or Azure) Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills Ability More ❯

and reporting to enable informed, risk-based decisions. What you'll bring: Strong knowledge of networking, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and modern security concepts. Familiarity with vulnerability management, penetration testing, and security frameworks. Experience with security standards (ISO 27001/27002/27017/27018). Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity, with certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSP More ❯

CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) deployments across Azure. Lead container, API, and web application security initiatives, including code reviews. Support threat modelling, vulnerability management, and penetration testing activities. Drive logging integration with SIEM tools, enabling SOC monitoring and incident response. Coach engineering teams on cloud security principles and manage audit-related actions. What You More ❯

to proactively enhance the organization's network security posture Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards and assist in audit processes as needed Conduct regular security assessments including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate potential security risks ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE 12 years of Proven experience in network security with a strong understanding of network security More ❯

company IT security, and stability of all IT systems and services. Key Responsibilities: Implement and enforce cybersecurity best practices (ISO 27001,CE+, CIS benchmarks), including endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and incident response planning. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR Ensure best security practice for Office 365, Exchange Online, and SharePoint administration. Administer firewalls, VPNs More ❯

platforms (Office 365, Azure, AWS) Experience working with or managing a SOC Practical 3rd line operational security background Familiarity with audits, compliance frameworks, and risk management Knowledge of pen testing, vulnerability scanning, and networking best practices Confident project management skills and ability to lead from the front This is an opportunity to be the go-to security expert in More ❯

security team, monitoring and analysing real-time security events using SIEM tools to detect and respond to potential threats. The Cyber Security Engineer will conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks and breaches, and will investigate security incidents and conduct forensic analysis to determine the root cause and recommend remediation actions. Outside of … Firewalls, VPN, EDR/XDR, mail filtering and other security products Experience of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) tools Any experience or knowledge of ISO27001 as well as with penetration testing/vulnerability scanning would be highly advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet More ❯

security team, monitoring and analysing real-time security events using SIEM tools to detect and respond to potential threats. The Cyber Security Engineer will conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks and breaches, and will investigate security incidents and conduct forensic analysis to determine the root cause and recommend remediation actions. Outside of … Firewalls, VPN, EDR/XDR, mail filtering and other security products Experience of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) tools Any experience or knowledge of ISO27001 as well as with penetration testing/vulnerability scanning would be highly advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet More ❯

considered suitable you will need the following skills and experience: - Experience in either a Cyber Analyst or Cyber Engineer role - SC Cleared/Clearance - Experience in network audits and penetration testing - Previous experience of delivering Cyber Essentials Plus - Knowledge of security frameworks - Generalist IT security background - Strong communication skills More ❯

consultancy that require an SC Cleared PEN Tester to join them on a major government project that's based in Wokingham. Role Description Key Responsibilities - Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms - Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessments - Develop and execute red team exercises and threat simulations - Collaborate … attack vectors, tools, and security trends - 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 More ❯

have an active SC Clearance Location: Hybrid (Wokingham) Duration: 26/12/2025 Pay rate: £425 per day inside IR35 Role Description Key Responsibilities Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessments Develop and execute red team exercises and threat simulations Collaborate … attack vectors, tools, and security trends 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 More ❯

security team, monitoring and analysing real-time security events using SIEM tools to detect and respond to potential threats. The Cyber Security Engineer will conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and mitigate security risks and breaches, and will investigate security incidents and conduct forensic analysis to determine the root cause and recommend remediation actions. Outside of … Firewalls, VPN, EDR/XDR, mail filtering and other security products Experience of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) tools Any experience or knowledge of ISO27001 as well as with penetration testing/vulnerability scanning would be highly advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet More ❯

and cyber security strategy, ensuring alignment with their overall risk appetite and transformation goals. Oversee governance, risk, compliance, and security operations including incident response, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and penetration testing. Direct the selection, deployment, and maintenance of appropriate security technologies and processes to protect ECCs data and assets. You will be responsible for designing and implementing the evolution More ❯

Firewalls, VPN, EDR/XDR, mail filtering and other security products Experience of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) tools Any experience or knowledge of ISO27001 as well as with penetration testing/vulnerability scanning would be highly advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet More ❯

extend. Local candidates will be preferred. Skills/experience required: Demonstrable experience in analysing and deconstructing Android applications ( Java essential; native code experience advantageous) Proficiency in vulnerability identification and penetration testing techniques Strong understanding of Android OS security features and architecture Ability to work independently, with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills Comfortable navigating large, unfamiliar codebases … point during the recruitment process, if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Developer, Engineer, Programmer, Java, Android, Mobile OS, Malware, Virus, Penetration Test, Threat, OSCP, Cyber, Infosec, Security, Information Security, Pentest #vacancy #jobadvert #recruit #hiring #jobsearch #careers #talent #recruitment #job Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to More ❯

risks. Own control frameworks - Maintain and improve controls to ensure alignment with standards like NIST CSF and COBIT. Drive assurance - Monitor the effectiveness of security controls, including outcomes of penetration testing and red team exercises. Collaborate with business units - Act as a security advocate and guide cross-functional teams in secure practices. Lead technical initiatives - Provide hands-on More ❯