Penetration Tester - Consultancy

1570926
  • £45,000-£55,000
  • Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom
  • Permanent
  • 45000
  • 55000
  • Enterprise Security
  • Cyber Security


Are you ready to venture deeper into your career as a Senior Penetration Testing Consultant? Join a well-established Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) and a leading Fortinet and Microsoft partner, delivering high-impact cybersecurity solutions to clients in the defense, government, and financial services industries. Committed to nurturing talent, the organization offers a certification sponsorship and professional development plan. 

They are currently seeking for a Senior Penetration Testing Consultant to lead advanced penetration tests and security assessments of systems, networks, and applications. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!


Responsibilities: 

  • Conduct advanced penetration tests, including complex network, application security, and specialized assessments.
  • Use cutting-edge tools and techniques to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in diverse environments.
  • Apply knowledge and practical experience in cloud and mobile penetration testing.
  • Collaborate with clients to define project scopes, objectives, and expectations, including conducting pre-engagement meetings to understand their environments and threat landscapes.
  • Offer technical leadership by guiding and mentoring junior team members while reviewing and validating their work to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Develop detailed reports on penetration test results, vulnerabilities, attack paths, and recommended remediations, and present findings to clients with expert guidance on risk mitigation strategies.
  • Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods while researching and developing new methodologies and tools to enhance penetration testing capabilities.
  • Work with cybersecurity teams to enhance overall security posture while sharing expertise and promoting continuous learning within the team.
  • Establish and nurture strong client relationships, delivering actionable advice based on test findings to enhance their security and build trust.


Skills/Must have:

  • 3 years experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and security assessments.
  • Industry-recognised certifications (e.g., CSTM, CRT, CTL, OSCP).
  • Proficient in advanced tools and techniques for penetration testing.
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring junior team members.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, best practices, and risk assessment methodologies.
  • Proven ability to think critically and strategically to identify vulnerabilities and risks.


Benefits:

  • Career development program
  • Certification sponsorship 
  • Remote working


Salary:

  • £45,000-£55,000
Zack Mount Head of Network Security (EMEA)

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