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Penetration Tester

Hamilton Barnes 🌳 United Kingdom

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Posted Jan 5, 2026

We’re working with an established cyber security consultancy that is looking to hire a Penetration Tester as part of their continued growth. This is a fully remote role, offering exposure to a broad client base and varied technical environments.

The consultancy delivers offensiv

Full Description

We’re working with an established cyber security consultancy that is looking to hire a Penetration Tester as part of their continued growth. This is a fully remote role, offering exposure to a broad client base and varied technical environments.

The consultancy delivers offensive security services to organisations across multiple sectors, making this a great opportunity for a tester who enjoys variety, autonomy, and client-facing work.

Responsibilities

Deliver penetration testing engagements including

  • Web application testing
  • Internal and external infrastructure testing
  • API and cloud-based assessments
  • Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and techniques
  • Produce clear, concise, and professional reports suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Provide remediation advice and support to clients
  • Work independently while collaborating with wider consultancy teams
  • Keep up to date with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and testing methodologies

Requirements Commercial experience in penetration testing or offensive security Strong understanding of common attack vectors and vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top 10) Hands-on experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, etc. Solid knowledge of networking, operating systems, and web technologies Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working in a fully remote environment

Desirable Certifications (Ideally CREST) Consultancy or client-facing background

Package Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience Fully remote working Training and certification support Exposure to a wide range of clients and technical challenges Long-term progression opportunities within a growing consultancy Great company culture, with company events, activities, and holidays Show more Show less

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