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Penetration Tester

Swindon, England, GBFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Conduct security assessments and penetration tests across Nationwide's estate to identify vulnerabilities in systems and technology.

Role type

Senior IC penetration tester (offensive security)

Builds

Security assessments and vulnerability reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders

Domain

Financial services / Cybersecurity

Required skills

Penetration testing methodologies, web application testing, API testing, cloud services testing, scripting (Python, Shell, C#, Java, JavaScript), risk reduction approaches, compliance frameworks (OWASP, CIS, PCI-DSS)

Preferred skills

Purple team testing, red team testing, security certifications (CREST CRT, OSCP, CSTM)

Technologies

Python, Shell, C#, Java, JavaScript

Responsibilities

Perform penetration tests of new and existing systems, support business compliance objectives, shape and improve security processes and tooling, produce timely penetration testing reports

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC