Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester – UK remote - £60,000 - £80,000 Benefits Bonus Our client is looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join their established Offensive Security function. This role involves conducting and delivering high-quality security assessments across web applications, infrastructure, mobile, cloud, and networks. Our client is looking for someone who has a wide understanding of different types of security testing, and in-depth threat-intelligence knowledge. Main Responsibilities: Perform penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, cloud environments, and mobile platforms. Assist in red team exercises, social engineering assessments, and security awareness initiatives. Conduct vulnerability assessments, exploit security flaws, and document findings with actionable remediation steps. Simulate real-world attack scenarios to evaluate security weaknesses. Utilize and develop custom scripts, tools, and exploits to test system defences. Work closely with security teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities. To be considered, you should have: 4 years in a penetration testing position. Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and common exploit techniques. Experience using tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Nmap, and Wireshark. Experience with cloud security testing, particularly in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Ability to write and modify exploits using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages. Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or CISSP are highly desirable.