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Penetration Tester (OSCP Certified) - Up to £45,000 DOE
Location: UK fully remote
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Eligibility: UK Residents only (UK Passport or Indefinite Leave to Remain required) - Unfortunately, PSW Visas cannot be considered.
A very exciting growth role for the right person! I'm an experinced cyber recruiter (of 20 yrs+) ready to talk to qualified individuals.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and technically capable Penetration Tester with at least 6 months of hands-on penetration testing experience and a strong interest in developing advanced technical skills. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly skilled and diverse security team committed to continuous growth and excellence in the field of offensive security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct hands-on Web Application Penetration Testing
- Support and contribute to Infrastructure and Cloud Security Assessments
- Be mentored and trained towards Adversarial Simulation, Red Team Operations, and other advanced offensive security techniques
- Write detailed, clear, and professional reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals and contribute to knowledge sharing
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 months of practical penetration testing experience (freelance, consultancy, or internal testing roles considered)
- OSCP certification is essential (OSEP, OSCE3, or other advanced Offensive Security certifications also accepted)
- Demonstrable knowledge of Web Application security, including common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
- Strong desire to deepen technical capabilities across various domains, including infrastructure, cloud, and red teaming
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Full right to work in the UK (UK Passport or ILR only)
Desirable Skills:
- Exposure to internal network testing or Active Directory environments
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) from an offensive perspective
- Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Cobalt Strike, or custom scripts
- Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework or red team methodologies
What You'll Gain:
- Intensive training across all areas of technical penetration testing
- Opportunity to work with and learn from a diverse, highly skilled security team
- Clear career development pathway towards advanced offensive roles, including Red Team and Adversarial Simulation
- Exposure to a broad range of real-world security challenges in varied environments
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