Senior Penetration Tester

1 week ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom Instil Full time

Instil Birmingham, England, United Kingdom Senior Penetration Tester We are looking for a Senior Penetration Tester with CHECK to join our growing team. You will play a critical role in delivering high‑quality penetration testing engagements across infrastructure, cloud, web, and mobile applications for a diverse range of clients, including software, fintech, manufacturing, engineering, legal, and public sector organisations. This is a hands‑on role where your expertise will help identify and remediate security weaknesses, while contributing to the development of our methodologies and mentoring junior testers. If you’re passionate about offensive security and want to work on varied, challenging projects in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Essential Skills CHECK Team Member (CTM) status Current UK Security Clearance At least 2+ years of penetration testing experience Strong experience with web application and network penetration testing methodologies In‑depth knowledge of operating systems (Linux, Windows, Active Directory) Familiarity with cloud environments and ability to perform cloud security reviews Proficiency with tools such as BurpSuite Pro, Nmap, Nessus, and Kali Linux Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Shell, etc.) Nice‑to‑Have CHECK Team Lead (CTL) status (Infrastructure or Applications) Relevant certifications (OSCP, Cyber Scheme) Experience with Hack the Box or Capture the Flag simulations Benefits Recognition That Matters: A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success. Flexibility Built In: Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn’t 9 to 5, and balance matters. Financial Security: A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind. Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant. Time to Recharge: 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family‑first policies so you can focus on what matters most. Learning Never Stops: From courses to certifications, we’ll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what’s next. Community & Culture: Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace. Company Description Instil has been delivering world‑class software engineering and technology solutions for over 20 years, trusted by global brands to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. From modernising legacy systems to building cutting‑edge applications, we help our clients navigate an ever‑changing digital landscape with confidence and agility. We’re proud to be an award‑winning employer, reflecting how our people are at the heart of everything we do. Recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, and in 2024 ranked in the Top 20 Best Workplaces in the UK for medium‑size companies. Winner of Company of the Year at the Digital DNA Awards 2022, celebrating excellence in Northern Ireland’s tech sector. We’ll support your journey, because your success is part of ours. Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom Seniority level: Mid‑Senior Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr

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