Penetration Tester

5 months ago


Leeds, United Kingdom Halo I.S Ltd Full time

Research and stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors to continuously improve testing methodologies and approaches.
- Generate comprehensive reports, detailing findings, risks, and recommended remediation actions for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior members of the penetration testing team, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Participate in red team exercises.
- Contribute to the enhancement of our company's service offerings.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of internal security policies, standards, and procedures.
- Handle client and internal team member escalations.

**Education and Experience Requirements**
- CREST Certified Tester (CCT) or CyberScheme Team Leader (CSTL) certification.
- Strong proficiency in using various penetration testing tools (e.g., Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc.)
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Proven experience in leading and managing penetration testing engagements from planning to execution and reporting.
- Strong commitment to professional growth and staying current with emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies.
- Attention to detail and a strong sense of quality assurance.
- Solid understanding of common security frameworks, standards, and compliance requirements (e.g., OWASP Top Ten, Cyber Essentials, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, etc.).

**Benefits**:

- Dedicated training (exams, courses, equipment, conferences, subscriptions etc.) budget.
- Cost of maintaining the required professional certifications covered by the company.
- Company events.
- Company pension plan.
- Bonuses for contributions.

**Salary**: £78,000.00-£80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Leeds: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Cybersecurity: 5 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds


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