Penetration Testing Jobs in the UK excluding London

1 to 25 of 174 Penetration Testing Jobs in the UK excluding London

Penetration Tester

Belfast, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Instil
At Vertical Structure (an Instil Company), we specialise in providing human-focused security and penetration testing services for web applications, cloud infrastructure and mobile applications. The Role We are looking for a Penetration Tester to join our dynamic team based in Belfast. As a Pen Tester, you … will be part of the delivery team, conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across a range of technologies and a wide range of customers including software, fintech, manufacturing, engineering, legal, and public sector. Your insights will be crucial in identifying security weaknesses and helping clients fortify their systems. We … Work Scheme Day to Day Probe & exploit security vulnerabilities in client's Infrastructure/cloud, Web Applications and Mobile Applications using a variety of penetration tests. Write detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities and providing actionable recommendations. Collaborate with clients during kick-off and discovery sessions, providing expert advice. Stay current More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Principal Penetration Tester - CTL Infrastructure Cyber Security Belfast

Belfast, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Instil
At Vertical Structure (an Instil Company), we specialise in providing human-focused security and penetration testing services for web applications, cloud infrastructure and mobile applications. The Role We are looking for a CTL (Infrastructure) to join our dynamic team based in Belfast. As a Pen Tester, you will … be part of the delivery team, conducting penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across a range of technologies and a wide range of customers including software, fintech, manufacturing, engineering, legal, and public sector. Your insights will be crucial in identifying security weaknesses and helping clients fortify their systems. We offer … client's Infrastructure/cloud, Web Applications and Mobile Applications. Write detailed reports outlining vulnerabilities and providing tailored actionable recommendations. Manage end-to-end testing, collaborating with clients during kick-off and discovery sessions, providing expert advice and follow up. Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Cyber Security Consultant

manchester, north west england, United Kingdom
Predatech
Predatech is a CREST-accredited penetration testing organisation focused on delivering high-quality technical security. We’re based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 250 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world. We’re growing fast and are … searching for more great people to join us. If you’re looking to join a friendly team that cares about delivering high-quality penetration testing, then we want to hear from you. What makes this role different from all the others? You’ll be part of a culture … everyone to be themselves. We regularly organise team meals and activities to help bring the team together. ‏‏‎ ‎ The Role: We are looking for a penetration tester with hands-on experience to join our growing team. This role is perfect for a penetration tester who is keen to lead More ❯
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DevSecOps Engineer

Loughton, Essex, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Profile 29
on creating a business strategy, gap analysis and implementation, for securing their Azure-based infrastructure, integrating security automation, ensuring PCI DSS compliance, vulnerability and penetration testing and incident response. This role will focus on developing and maintaining secure, scalable Azure DevOps pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using … Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) solutions including SOC Prime. Network & Application Security: Manage Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). Vulnerability & Penetration Testing: Review Penetration Testing, vulnerability assessments, and security scanning to proactively identify and remediate risks. PCI DSS Compliance: Conduct security audits … in Azure cloud security, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel. Proven experience in SOAR technologies for security automation and response orchestration. Hands-on experience with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security scanning. Experience implementing and managing WAF, IPS, and DNS security solutions. Extensive experience with Terraform for IaC security More ❯
Employment Type: Contract, Work From Home
Rate: From £500 to £700 per day (direct contract with the client)
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Cyber Security Consultant

Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom
Goaco Ltd
a drive to succeed in their own fields. ROLE OBJECTIVE We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Consultant with a strong background in penetration testing and network security. This role is ideal for a cybersecurity professional with experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks across various … in evaluating and strengthening our clients' cybersecurity postures by conducting in-depth security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and developing comprehensive security strategies. RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct comprehensive penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to identify risks and ensure compliance with industry best practices. Provide expert recommendations and solutions to mitigate identified … respond efficiently and effectively to cyber threats. Travel to various client locations when required (potential international travel) and deliver high quality solutions (e.g. OT testing or other IT services). Collaborate with client teams to develop, document, and implement security policies, standards, and guidelines aligned with industry standards (e.g. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Lead Security Engineer (Cloud Security & Compliance)

Manchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Taxually
protect our infrastructure, applications, and data. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security governance, risk management, cloud security, incident response, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and leading business continuity and disaster recovery tests. You will drive ongoing compliance with various security frameworks and collaborate with internal teams … cybersecurity controls across cloud and application security. Oversee third-party security assessments to ensure vendor compliance and security standards. Incident Response, BC/DR & Penetration Testing Lead Incident Response planning, testing, and execution to ensure swift containment and remediation of threats. Develop and maintain Business Continuity and … Disaster Recovery plans for high availability and minimal disruption. Oversee web application penetration testing, collaborating with security teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities. Drive continuous security improvements based on testing results and incident learnings. Policy & Control Enforcement Define, review, and update security policies, standards, and controls based More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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5 Penetration Testing Jobs in Qatar

Street, Somerset, United Kingdom
mahadjobs.com
Penetration Testing Jobs in Qatar is an activity that assesses how secure an application is. It involves using tools and software to check the security of an application and break through security barriers. A penetration tester can simulate the threat of malicious hackers and access a company … s internal systems . Penetration testers use their analytical capabilities in information security testing. They should be able to work independently and run technology security tests. They should also know about operating systems, security methods, and best practices. Job Overview Cybersecurity experts are in high demand worldwide. Qatar has … The position ensures that every vulnerability has a fix, and the company develops new tools to address security flaws. Goals of the Job: Internal penetration testing Red Team Assessment Key Responsibilities: Manage Network Access Control, firewalls, IPS/IDS systems, SIEM, EDR, email filters, etc. Set up attack More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Pentration Tester

manchester, north west england, United Kingdom
Ekco
talented and supportive colleagues (and counting) across a number of regional offices in the UK, Benelux & Ireland. The Role: We are looking for a penetration tester with hands-on experience to join our growing team. This role is perfect for a penetration tester who is keen to lead … testing engagements for a range of interesting clients. Key responsibilities include: Leading and delivering CREST-accredited penetration testing engagements. Providing high-quality reporting and communicating findings to clients. Conducting security research and creating technical content. Assisting with the continuous development of the penetration testing processes … other team members. ‏‏‎ ‎ ‏‏‎ ‎ Who We're Looking For: The following skills and experience are essential for the role: At least 1 year of professional penetration testing experience covering one or more of the following domains: external network, internal network, web application, mobile application testing, red teaming and More ❯
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Head of Security | Technology Team

london, south east england, United Kingdom
Concordium
smart contract design, conduct audits, and establish formal verification processes. Compliance & Regulatory Security: Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory, compliance, and security standards. Security Audits & Penetration Testing: Manage internal and external audits, penetration testing, and continuous security assessments. Blockchain & Web3 Security Trends: Stay updated with the latest … handling security incidents, vulnerabilities, and attacks on networks. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, encryption standards, and best practices. Familiarity with security auditing tools and penetration testing methodologies for networks. Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly technical environment and make critical security decisions. Excellent problem-solving and More ❯
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Cybersecurity Engineer

York, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Darkshield Technologies Ltd
Darkshield is an expert cybersecurity agency based in York, UK. We help organisations navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape by providing expert services in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, managed security, and more. Our mission is to protect businesses by delivering tailored, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that keep them … work collaboratively with clients and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain security solutions to protect networks, applications, and data. Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management. Monitor and respond to security incidents, ensuring swift mitigation and resolution. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best … standards and regulations. Requirements Proven experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related field. Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and security frameworks. Experience with penetration testing, vulnerability management, and incident response. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEMs, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint security solutions. Proficiency in More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Information Security Engineer Engineering Team Bristol Office

Bristol, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Duel
measures. Work within Secureframe to maintain compliance records, ensuring a structured and organised approach to security audits. Ownership of the external security audits and penetration testing cycles, addressing findings and assisting in remediation. Assist in identifying and tracking security vulnerabilities across the platform, working with engineering teams to … help embed security considerations early in the development process. Assist in securing infrastructure and cloud environments, ensuring security best practices are followed. Help analyse penetration testing reports and support the implementation of fixes and improvements. Learn and apply security principles in IAM, least privilege access controls, and role … ISO 27001, SOC 2, or other security compliance frameworks. Familiarity with compliance automation tools such as Secureframe, Drata, or Vanta. Experience working with pen testing and bug bounties a plus. Basic understanding of security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management solutions. Experience or knowledge of More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Principal Red Teamer

london, south east england, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Cyber Search Partners
join a small, elite team reporting to the Technical Director. Ideally at Principal level (Senior considered), with strong experience in Red Teaming and Infrastructure Penetration Testing, particularly within regulated industries (e.g., government, finance). Key Requirements: Several years of hands-on Red Team experience CRT and/or … CTM certifications; other Red Team certs valued Solid background in infrastructure penetration testing (to collaborate with PenTest teams when needed) Location & Flexibility: London-based team; most members are in-office 5 days/week Expectation: 3–4 days/week in London office Remote possible for exceptional candidates … bonuses Work remotely from anywhere in the world for 2-4 weeks annually Role focus: Lead Technical Delivery : Oversee red team, purple team, and penetration testing engagements, including managing team members and project execution. Innovative & Strategic : Design advanced attack strategies and provide expert guidance to clients, from scoping More ❯
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Product Security Engineer

Belfast, United Kingdom
Smarsh, Inc
secure code reviews and architectural security assessments to identify risks early in the development process. Automation & Tooling: Enhance security automation capabilities by integrating security testing tools into CI/CD pipelines. Penetration Testing & Red Teaming: Facilitate internal and external penetration testing activities, helping to triage … Java, JavaScript, Go, or C#). Experience with cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Proficiency in security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Endor, Semgrep, etc. Strong background in network security, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and secure network design. Hands More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Cyber Security Specialists

belfast, antrim, United Kingdom
MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy
leadership role overseeing Microsoft Purview, compliance, and DLP strategy. Must have experience in technical reporting, vendor management, and future planning within cloud ecosystems. Vulnerability & Penetration Testing (VAPT) Engineer Penetration testing expert? Bring your skills to enterprise-level assessments and web application security. GWAP/OSCAP certified … with 5+ years' hands-on testing and sharp communication abilities. Why Join? Flexible EMEA-based working hours Enterprise-grade cloud environments Hands-on architecture and security leadership opportunities Education budget and on-demand training access Competitive salaries To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up More ❯
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Senior Security Specialists - Multiple Domains

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy
leadership role overseeing Microsoft Purview, compliance, and DLP strategy. Must have experience in technical reporting, vendor management, and future planning within cloud ecosystems. Vulnerability & Penetration Testing (VAPT) Engineer Penetration testing expert? Bring your skills to enterprise-level assessments and web application security. GWAP/OSCAP certified … with 5+ years' hands-on testing and sharp communication abilities. Why Join? Flexible EMEA-based working hours Enterprise-grade cloud environments Hands-on architecture and security leadership opportunities Education budget and on-demand training access Competitive salaries To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up More ❯
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Consultant - Cyber Security (Penetration Tester)

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
RSM
to join our team. Working alongside our experienced team of specialists, you'll be delivering offensive security services including digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to high profile clients across all industries. The purpose of this role is to deliver our offensive security services … including digital footprint reconnaissance, social engineering, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, threat modelling, cyber-attack simulation exercises, and more to high profile clients across all industries. You'll benefit from ongoing coaching, career mentoring, and be supported by our career pathway. You will have an opportunity to continue to … for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate: Experience in offensive security and penetration testing. Demonstrable experience in infrastructure and web application testing; experience in API testing is desirable. Demonstrable experience using common pentesting tools including More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Penetration Tester

london, south east england, United Kingdom
Hyerhub
business and technical focused. You will have ideas of how to drive the business forward, and be skilled in the commercial aspects of security testing, above all you will know what clients are looking for when they buy security testing and how to deliver it. Management and delivery … of penetration testing services to clients to include the following: Scoping Financial and risk management Delivery of testing and the oversight of testers Review of deliverables (QA) Coaching and developing team members through sharing of experience and knowledge. Performance management of junior staff. Continuous development of self … the broader offerings to enable identification of business opportunities Required Skills and Experience: Passion for Hacking! Clear and demonstrable understanding of red-teaming/penetration testing, including NCSC and CREST accredited schemes such as xBEST, STAR/STAR-FS, CHECK. Proven experience of successfully managing and delivering testing More ❯
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Lead Cyber Security Consultant - Penetration Tester (UK) - Dionach by Nomios

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Nomios
Since being acquired by Nomios in late 2024, Dionach by Nomios has continued its dynamic growth as a leading information security company. Specializing in penetration testing and information assurance services, we offer an incredible opportunity to be part of an experienced team, build your skills, and grow professionally. … If you require accommodations during the application process, let us know, and we'll work to meet your needs. What You'll Do Lead penetration testing teams to conduct penetration tests across various environments, including web applications, APIs, Cloud, and network infrastructure. Lead on-site customer engagements. … years leading network, web, and internal penetrations tests as well as experience in leading customer engagements onsite. Leadership : Experience of supervising and mentoring penetration test teams. Training Experience : Ownership and leadership on developing and providing training courses. Tools : Proficiency with tools like Burpsuite Pro, Nessus, and other industry standards. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Lead Cyber Security Consultant - Penetration Tester (UK) - Dionach by Nomios

Glasgow, Renfrewshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Nomios
Since being acquired by Nomios in late 2024, Dionach by Nomios has continued its dynamic growth as a leading information security company. Specializing in penetration testing and information assurance services, we offer an incredible opportunity to be part of an experienced team, build your skills, and grow professionally. … If you require accommodations during the application process, let us know, and we'll work to meet your needs. What You'll Do Lead penetration testing teams to conduct penetration tests across various environments, including web applications, APIs, Cloud, and network infrastructure. Lead on-site customer engagements. … years leading network, web, and internal penetrations tests as well as experience in leading customer engagements onsite. Leadership : Experience of supervising and mentoring penetration test teams. Training Experience : Ownership and leadership on developing and providing training courses. Tools : Proficiency with tools like Burpsuite Pro, Nessus, and other industry standards. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Security Architect

london, south east england, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Levy Search
implement logging and auditing procedures. Compliance & Regulatory Documentation Ensure adherence to GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and other regulations. Prepare audit documentation and compliance mapping. Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management Develop and execute penetration testing plans. Conduct vulnerability assessments and oversee remediation efforts. Training & Knowledge Transfer Create security More ❯
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Cloud Security Engineer

York, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Darkshield Technologies Ltd
Darkshield is an expert cybersecurity agency based in York, UK. We help organisations navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape by providing expert services in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, managed security, and compliance . Our mission is to protect businesses by delivering tailored, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that keep … cloud security breaches and misconfigurations. Implement SIEM and security monitoring tools for real-time threat detection. Cloud Security Assessments & Compliance Conduct cloud security assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis . Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Benchmarks, GDPR , and other security standards. Collaborate with DevOps teams to More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Senior Cyber Security Consultant

Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom
Goaco Ltd
and cyber security best practices within a defence environment. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide technical cyber security consultancy to public and private sector clients. Perform security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management to protect critical systems. Design, implement, and maintain security architectures and frameworks aligned with government standards. Lead and support … with the Ministry of Defence. Strong technical expertise in areas such as network security, endpoint security, cloud security, and secure system architecture. Experience in penetration testing, vulnerability management, and cyber threat intelligence. Solid knowledge of security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Head of IT Security

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Ellison Institute, LLC
with industry accreditations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR), working closely with external auditors and regulatory bodies. Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability management, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks. Oversee security awareness training programs, ensuring a strong security culture is implemented and embedded throughout the … IAM solutions. Working knowledge of security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, SOC 2, GDPR, GXP, etc. Experience in cloud security Proficient in threat modeling, penetration testing, vulnerability management, and security incident response. Demonstrated ability to build security teams and drive cybersecurity initiatives from scratch. Experience in supporting organisations More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Security Engineer

manchester, north west england, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Awaze
architectures. Engagement: Foster a culture of security by engaging meaningfully with engineering and security teams. Continuous Monitoring: Identify threats and vulnerabilities through ongoing monitoring, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments, audits, and compliance checks. Security Awareness & Best Practices : Provide technical guidance and training to stakeholders, promoting security best practices … AWS tooling (e.g., GuardDuty). Broad exposure to security tooling and operations, including experience with Splunk, Rapid7, Proofpoint, and Akamai, as well as supporting penetration testing, monitoring, and response. Collaborative and proactive approach, with a clear enthusiasm for learning, mentoring, and staying current through communities and podcasts like More ❯
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Security Analyst

Fleet, midlands, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Stellar Select
a high-security standard Stay current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news Develop company-wide best practices for IT security Perform internal penetration testing if required Help colleagues install security software and understand information security management Be an escalation point for the service desk with resolving … similar role Ideally have previous experience in a helpdesk/IT Service role. Experience in information security or related field Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus and IDPS concepts Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to More ❯
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Penetration Testing
the UK excluding London
10th Percentile
£37,500
25th Percentile
£52,500
Median
£67,500
75th Percentile
£77,500
90th Percentile
£93,250