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Penetration Tester

Wokingham
money-bag £500 - £525/day
Posted 2 days ago

Penetration Tester (SC Cleared)

Location: Wokingham - Hybrid working (50/50 split)
Contract Duration: Until 26/12/2025 initially - with a view to extend
Daily Rate: -525/day Inside IR35 - Candidates will need to work through an Umbrella Company
Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance

We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join a cybersecurity team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, engaging in high-impact security assessments across various platforms and environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms
  • Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities, delivering detailed risk assessments
  • Design and execute red team exercises and threat simulations
  • Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings
  • Produce comprehensive reports highlighting risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies
  • Stay up to date on emerging threats, tools, and techniques
  • Support internal security awareness training and initiatives
  • Contribute to the development of security policies and best practices



Required Skills & Experience:

  • Strong background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming
  • Deep knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring systems
  • Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, and Kali Linux
  • Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell
  • Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud platforms
  • Certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or CRTP (highly desirable)
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills


If you are interested and looking for your next role, please apply with a copy of your CV

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