Senior Penetration Tester

Take your skills beyond routine testing, tackle complex, high-stakes security challenges that actually matter.

A leading independent cybersecurity consultancy is hiring an experienced SC Cleared Penetration Tester to deliver advanced security testing for enterprise and government clients. This fully remote role offers high-impact work, technical autonomy, and top-tier professional development.

As a Penetration Tester ethical hacker on a mission, breaking into systems (legally) to find the cracks before attackers do. From probing networks and apps to running real-world attack simulations, you’ll uncover risks and turn them into sharp, no-nonsense reports for both tech teams and execs. Armed with tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite, you’ll team up with top consultants on high-stakes projects, blending technical skill with clear, confident communication.

What You’ll Do as a Penetration Tester

• Perform infrastructure, application, and cloud penetration tests
• Deliver detailed technical and executive-level reports
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, and social engineering
• Collaborate with senior consultants on high-value client engagements

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Experience and qualification of the Penetration Tester

• 3+ years’ professional pen testing experience
• Deep knowledge of network, web, and application security
• Proficiency with tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, Wireshark
• Strong reporting and communication skills
• Active SC Clearance

Desirable: CREST / CHECK certifications (CCT, CTM, CSTL), OSCP, GIAC (GPEN, GWAPT), CEH Advanced, or similar credentials.

Why Apply?

• Remote-first setup across the UK
• £65,000–£95,000+ depending on experience
• Work with FTSE 100, government, and financial sector clients
• Accredited environment (CHECK, CREST, PCI QSA)
• Funded training, research, and certification pathways

If you are an experienced Penetration Tester looking for their next exciting challenge and want to Join a respected, independent consultancy shaping the UK’s cyber security landscape - APPLY NOW. Applicants must be UK-based and hold active SC Clearance.