Senior Penetration Tester

3 weeks ago


United Kingdom KPMG UK Full time

Senior Penetration Tester - 103793

Base Location: Hybrid/UK based (core office in London) plus network of 20 offices nationally:

The KPMG Connected Technology function is a cornerstone of our business. We do work that matters to our local business and communities – supporting technical innovation and adoption of cutting-edge solutions across the UK. Working on complex engagements in Cyber Defence this team is responsible for the delivery of cutting-edge technical solutions and trusted to get it right first time.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Join KPMG Technology and Engineering as a Senior Penetration Tester?

We have an exciting opportunity for a manager to join our friendly, passionate Cyber Defence team to provide our clients with excellent service across technical assurance and penetration testing. The team live and breathe hacking and information security and offer unique opportunities across government and commercial engagements.

The KPMG’s Cyber Defence (CDS) Team has a long and successful history in KPMG, our clients are diverse, and we cover many sectors with particular specialisms in Government, High-end Defence Assurance and Telecommunications. We work closely with the NCSC developing new schemes such as Cross Domain Solutions Testing ( and are members of all current NCSC and CREST testing schemes - as a result we conduct interesting and challenging work that isn’t on offer elsewhere.

What will you be doing?

  • Management and delivery of penetration testing services to clients to include the following: Scoping, Financial and risk management, delivery of testing and the oversight of testers, review of deliverables (QA).
  • Coaching and developing team members through sharing of experience and knowledge.
  • Developing constructive client relationships, both inside and outside of KPMG.
  • Developing an understanding of KPMG’s broader offerings to enable identification of business opportunities.
  • Business development including contributing to proposals and participating in client presentations.

What will you need to do it?

  • Clear and demonstrable understanding of penetration testing and red-teaming including NCSC and CREST accredited schemes.
  • Proven experience working within the UK cyber security industry.
  • Demonstrable understanding and practical application of information security principles.
  • Strong technical background in computing, networks, and programming.
  • Proven experience of producing high quality deliverables working alone and as part of a team.
  • Candidates must have valid CCT or CSTL qualifications.

Skills we’d love to see/Amazing Extras:

Knowledge of NCSC CTAS and CPA Assurance Schemes.

  • Knowledge of working in secure environments (List X facilities) and accredited labs (ISO17025).
  • Research and Development experience.
  • Threat Intelligence experience.

To discuss this or wider Consulting roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations:

We are open to talk to Technology and Engineering talent across the country but our core hub for this role is:

· London Canary Wharf

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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