Penetration Tester Jobs in the UK excluding London

1 to 25 of 29 Penetration Tester Jobs in the UK excluding London

Penetration Tester

Reading, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Searchability NS&D
Penetration Tester – Cyber Security Contract until December 2025 (extension likely) Hybrid working, 50/50 split between home and site in Berkshire Active SC clearance required ABOUT THE CLIENT: Our client is a leading organisation within the cyber and defence technology sector, delivering secure digital solutions to UK government and critical national infrastructure programmes. They are expanding their … cyber capability and are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join the team on a long-term contract, supporting a range of high-impact security projects. THE PENETRATION TESTER ROLE: As a Penetration Tester, you will perform manual and automated testing across web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms. You’ll identify and document … vulnerabilities, support red team operations, and collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure effective remediation and security improvements. Key responsibilities include: Conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across multiple environments Performing red team and threat simulation exercises Producing detailed reports outlining findings, risks, and mitigation strategies Staying current with emerging attack vectors, tools, and exploits Contributing to internal More ❯
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Penetration Tester

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Searchability NS&D
Penetration Tester – Cyber Security Contract until December 2025 (extension likely) Hybrid working, 50/50 split between home and site in Berkshire Active SC clearance required ABOUT THE CLIENT: Our client is a leading organisation within the cyber and defence technology sector, delivering secure digital solutions to UK government and critical national infrastructure programmes. They are expanding their … cyber capability and are seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join the team on a long-term contract, supporting a range of high-impact security projects. THE PENETRATION TESTER ROLE: As a Penetration Tester, you will perform manual and automated testing across web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms. You’ll identify and document … vulnerabilities, support red team operations, and collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure effective remediation and security improvements. Key responsibilities include: Conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across multiple environments Performing red team and threat simulation exercises Producing detailed reports outlining findings, risks, and mitigation strategies Staying current with emerging attack vectors, tools, and exploits Contributing to internal More ❯
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Senior Penetration Tester

Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
4SQUARE RECRUITMENT LTD
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 More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £75,000
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Penetration Tester

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Context Recruitment Limited
Penetration Tester - Leading Managed Services Provider Remote based. Salary: Up to 60k, depending on experience. A leading Managed Services Provider are seeking to recruit a technically skilled Cyber Security/Penetration Tester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering high-quality security services to enterprise clients across the UK. As a Penetration Tester, you will be responsible for conducting manual penetration testing across both application and infrastructure layers. You will contribute to secure build reviews, advise on secure design practices, and provide technical insight to both internal teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Perform manual penetration testing of web applications and infrastructure Conduct security build reviews across common operating … and concise technical reports for a range of stakeholders Collaborate with internal teams and clients to support remediation and secure development Required Skills and Experience Proven experience in manual penetration testing (application and infrastructure) Strong understanding of TCP/IP and core networking principles Extensive experience testing web-based applications Familiarity with secure configuration and build reviews across major More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
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Penetration Tester

Winnersh, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Damia Group Ltd
Penetration Tester - Hybrid (Wokingham) - Circa 400 per day inside ir35 - 2/3 months+ All applicants must hold an active SC clearance. My client is a global leading IT consultancy. They are on the hunt for an SC cleared PEN Tester to join them on an assigment until the end of the year. 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 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, 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 Linux Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP 400 - 415 Daily
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Penetration Tester

Wokingham, Berkshire, Winnersh, United Kingdom
Damia Group Ltd
Penetration Tester - Hybrid (Wokingham) - Circa £400 per day inside ir35 - 2/3 months+ All applicants must hold an active SC clearance. My client is a global leading IT consultancy. They are on the hunt for an SC cleared PEN Tester to join them on an assigment until the end of the year. 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 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, 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 Linux Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £400 - £415/day
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Penetration Tester

Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Investigo
Penetration Tester (SC Cleared) Location: Wokingham - Hybrid working (50/50 split) Contract Duration: Until 26/12/2025 initially - with a view to extend Daily Rate: £525/day Inside IR35 - Candidates will need to work through an Umbrella Company Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to … team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, engaging in high-impact security assessments across various platforms and environments. Key Responsibilities: 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 … on emerging threats, tools, and techniques 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 More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £500 - £525/day
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Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester)

Birmingham, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
RSM UK
Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Consultant (Penetration Tester) . Make an Impact at RSM UK At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance. … seeking an enthusiastic Cyber Security Consultant to join our team. Working alongside our experienced team of specialists, you'll deliver offensive security services including digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and more to high-profile clients across all industries. The purpose of this role is to deliver offensive security services such as digital footprint reconnaissance, social … engineering, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, threat modeling, cyber-attack simulation exercises, and more. You'll benefit from ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and support through our career pathway. You will have opportunities to develop market-leading skills across different capabilities and advance your professional development. You will make an impact by: Supporting technical scoping activities for client assignments. Delivering fieldwork More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Penetration Tester

Leeds, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
4SQUARE RECRUITMENT LTD
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 click apply for full job details More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 75,000 Annual
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Penetration Tester - OT

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Akkodis
Position: Penetration Tester Location: London (with potential travel to client sites) Contract Role - [6-12 months, extendable] A deliverables-focused role, working on defined OT penetration testing engagements. What You'll Do: Conduct thorough penetration tests on client systems, applications, and networks - specifically OT/ICS systems - to identify security weaknesses. Perform threat modelling and adversarial More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: Salary negotiable
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Penetration Tester

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Accenture
Job Description: Penetration Tester Role Location: Any UK Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK … and team centric manner. We are looking for experience in the following skills: · CHECK Team Member status - will need to hold Check Team member exam · Broad understanding of various penetration specialities from infrastructure to applications and cloud testing · Demonstrable ability in deriving security requirements from functional objectives with limited knowledge of the underlying solution and customer/team direction More ❯
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Penetration Tester

london, south east england, united kingdom
Accenture
Job Description: Penetration Tester Role Location: Any UK Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK … and team centric manner. We are looking for experience in the following skills: · CHECK Team Member status - will need to hold Check Team member exam · Broad understanding of various penetration specialities from infrastructure to applications and cloud testing · Demonstrable ability in deriving security requirements from functional objectives with limited knowledge of the underlying solution and customer/team direction More ❯
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Penetration Tester

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Accenture
Job Description: Penetration Tester Role Location: Any UK Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK … and team centric manner. We are looking for experience in the following skills: · CHECK Team Member status - will need to hold Check Team member exam · Broad understanding of various penetration specialities from infrastructure to applications and cloud testing · Demonstrable ability in deriving security requirements from functional objectives with limited knowledge of the underlying solution and customer/team direction More ❯
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Penetration Tester

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Accenture
Job Description – Penetration Tester Role Location – Any UK Salary: Competitive (based on experience) Level: Accenture will be hiring at Specialist Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which typically requires 5 years continuous UK address history usually including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive salary
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Pen Tester

Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Stackstudio Digital Ltd
Job Title: Penetration Tester Location: Leeds (Hybrid; 4 days in office) Job Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Duration: 6 Months Job Summary: Join Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as a Pen Tester and play a critical role in safeguarding some of the largest and most innovative clients in the UK and worldwide. You'll be part of a purpose … led transformation company, making a meaningful impact through challenging projects that demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership. Key Responsibilities: Lead client engagements from kickoff through to scoping, penetration testing, and reporting, ensuring delivery within agreed scope and deadlines. Perform comprehensive penetration testing across networks, web applications, APIs, cloud security, thick client applications, wireless, social engineering, and physical environments. … Execute red team assessments to highlight gaps impacting organizational security postures. Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in a wide array of systems and scenarios. Conduct in-depth analysis of penetration testing results and create detailed reports with findings, exploitation procedures, risks, and actionable recommendations. Communicate complex technical security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including executive stakeholders. More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: From £375 to £400 per day
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Pen tester

Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
Venn Group
Venn Group Position : Penetration Tester Work Pattern : Hybrid (approx. 2–3 days on-site) Greater reading Contract Length :3 months (likely extension) Day Rate ( DOE): £375 – £425 via Umbrella per day Contract Type : 3-month initial term (extensions expected) IR35 Status : Inside Active Clearance : SC About the Role Our client are looking for a skilled Pen Tester … a variety of environments. You’ll be carrying out security assessments, advising on risk, and helping to build a stronger security culture across the business. Main Duties Carry 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 … attack techniques, and security tooling Support 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 More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £375 - £425 per day
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Penetration Tester

Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Cognify Global
Contract Pen Tester – SC Cleared 🚨 I'm on the search for a INF/APP or CSTM certified consultants to deliver ITHCs and penetration testing. 🔹 £700 p/d (Outside IR35) 🔹 6 months (with extension) 🔹 Manchester & Newcastle (mix of on-site + remote) 🔹 SC clearance required If you’re a seasoned tester with these certifications and strong More ❯
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Penetration Tester

warrington, cheshire, north west england, united kingdom
Cognify Global
Contract Pen Tester – SC Cleared 🚨 I'm on the search for a INF/APP or CSTM certified consultants to deliver ITHCs and penetration testing. 🔹 £700 p/d (Outside IR35) 🔹 6 months (with extension) 🔹 Manchester & Newcastle (mix of on-site + remote) 🔹 SC clearance required If you’re a seasoned tester with these certifications and strong More ❯
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Penetration Tester

bolton, greater manchester, north west england, united kingdom
Cognify Global
Contract Pen Tester – SC Cleared 🚨 I'm on the search for a INF/APP or CSTM certified consultants to deliver ITHCs and penetration testing. 🔹 £700 p/d (Outside IR35) 🔹 6 months (with extension) 🔹 Manchester & Newcastle (mix of on-site + remote) 🔹 SC clearance required If you’re a seasoned tester with these certifications and strong More ❯
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Pen Tester

Reading, Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Infoplus Technologies UK Ltd
Role/Job title Pen Tester Work Location TCS-Reading Role type - Permanent/Fixed Term/Contracting Contract Mode of working Hybrid/office based Hybrid If Hybrid, how many days are required in office? 3 Number of positions 1 Duration of assignment 06 Months Any other working conditions - travel/on call/shifts To be published … on job boards from below onwards The Role Were 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 and 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. Your responsibilities: (Up to 10, Avoid repetition) Lead engagements from kickoff with clients through scoping engagements, penetration testing and reporting while adhering to the agreed scope and deadlines. Perform penetration testing which includes Network, web application, APIs Cloud Security, Thick Client application, wireless, social engineering More ❯
Employment Type: Contract, Work From Home
Rate: From £400 to £450 per day
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Penetration Tester

newport, wales, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Experis
We are currently recruiting for a growing team of Penetration Testers with offensive cyber security and red teaming experience . Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience in offensive pen testing roles. REQUIRED – 5 years living in the UK for security checks The role is remote/hybrid and includes travel to client’s locations performing comprehensive … advanced pen testing including: Conduct thorough penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks and applications Develop and execute exploit scenarios to simulate real-world cyber attacks Provide detailed reports Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement security best practices Stay up to date on the latest security trends , tools, techniques to enhance testing methodologies and procedures. Other responsibilities More ❯
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Penetration Tester

Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Experis
We are currently recruiting for a growing team of Penetration Testers with offensive cyber security and red teaming experience . Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience in offensive pen testing roles. REQUIRED – 5 years living in the UK for security checks The role is remote/hybrid and includes travel to client’s locations performing comprehensive … advanced pen testing including: Conduct thorough penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks and applications Develop and execute exploit scenarios to simulate real-world cyber attacks Provide detailed reports Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement security best practices Stay up to date on the latest security trends , tools, techniques to enhance testing methodologies and procedures. Other responsibilities More ❯
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Penetration Tester

bath, south west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Experis
We are currently recruiting for a growing team of Penetration Testers with offensive cyber security and red teaming experience . Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience in offensive pen testing roles. REQUIRED – 5 years living in the UK for security checks The role is remote/hybrid and includes travel to client’s locations performing comprehensive … advanced pen testing including: Conduct thorough penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks and applications Develop and execute exploit scenarios to simulate real-world cyber attacks Provide detailed reports Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement security best practices Stay up to date on the latest security trends , tools, techniques to enhance testing methodologies and procedures. Other responsibilities More ❯
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Penetration Tester

bradley stoke, south west england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Experis
We are currently recruiting for a growing team of Penetration Testers with offensive cyber security and red teaming experience . Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years’ experience in offensive pen testing roles. REQUIRED – 5 years living in the UK for security checks The role is remote/hybrid and includes travel to client’s locations performing comprehensive … advanced pen testing including: Conduct thorough penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks and applications Develop and execute exploit scenarios to simulate real-world cyber attacks Provide detailed reports Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement security best practices Stay up to date on the latest security trends , tools, techniques to enhance testing methodologies and procedures. Other responsibilities More ❯
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Penetration Tester

london, south east england, united kingdom
AGS
in London, is a global Cybersecurity advisory firm. They are hiring a Senior Pentester in London (hybrid, 2x day a week in London offices). Responsibilities: Lead and deliver penetration tests across various industries, including infrastructure, technology, healthcare, financial services, and retail. Engage directly with clients, building credibility and strong professional relationships. Oversee end-to-end testing, from scoping … remaining undetected by XDR/IDS/IPS/EDR systems. Conduct physical security assessments, including covert access operations. Qualifications & Skills: 5 - 10 years of experience in hands-on penetration testing/red teaming/Offensive Security operations with consulting/client-facing experience. Experience as a CHECK Team Lead. Proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python More ❯
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Penetration Tester
the UK excluding London
25th Percentile
£46,000
Median
£61,000
75th Percentile
£76,250
90th Percentile
£80,000