Penetration Tester
Core
Lead penetration testing across web applications, networks, APIs, cloud environments, and mobile applications, including red team assessments and social engineering engagements.
Role type
Senior IC penetration tester (red teaming)
Builds
Security assessments and actionable risk reports for SME clients
Domain
Cybersecurity services / Compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials Plus)
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Penetration testing, ethical hacking, red teaming, exploit development, privilege escalation, lateral movement, post-exploitation techniques, scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Ruby), cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP), container security, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Top 10, NIST 800-53
Preferred skills
OSCP, OSWE, OSEP, CREST, CISSP, CEH certifications
Technologies
Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Kali Linux, BloodHound, Cobalt Strike, Wireshark
Responsibilities
Lead penetration testing across multiple environments, conduct red team assessments and social engineering engagements, assess risks and deliver tailored security solutions, produce clear and actionable reports, mentor junior team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC