Ethical Hacking

**Job Title: Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester**

**Responsibilities**:

- **Vulnerability Assessment**:

- Utilize various tools and techniques to simulate cyber-attacks and penetration tests.
- **Penetration Testing**:

- Perform penetration testing on systems to discover and exploit security flaws.
- Simulate real-world cyber-attacks to assess the effectiveness of existing security measures.
- **Security Audits**:

- Conduct security audits and risk assessments to evaluate the overall security posture of an organization.
- Review and analyze security policies and procedures.
- **Security Research**:

- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
- Engage in continuous research to discover new hacking techniques and potential security risks.
- **Report Generation**:

- Document and report findings from assessments and penetration tests.
- Provide clear and actionable recommendations for improving security.
- **Collaboration**:

- Work closely with other cybersecurity professionals, IT teams, and stakeholders to address identified vulnerabilities and implement security measures.
- **Training and Awareness**:

- Conduct training sessions to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices and potential threats.
- Create and deliver educational materials on security awareness.
- **Incident Response**:

- Assist in incident response activities by investigating security incidents and providing expertise in identifying the root cause.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or similar.
- Proven experience in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments.
- In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems, and cybersecurity principles.
- Familiarity with various hacking tools and techniques used by malicious actors.

**Skills**:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent understanding of security concepts and protocols.
- Effective communication skills for reporting and interacting with stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Ethical mindset and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

**Experience**:

- Typically, 1-3 years of experience in ethical hacking, penetration testing, or a related cybersecurity role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £10.42-£13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Ability to Commute:

- Preston (preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

- Preston: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person