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Principal Penetration Tester

  • Location:

    United Kingdom

  • Sector:

    Penetrationstests

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £70000 to £90000

  • Contact:

    Zach Audritt

  • Contact email:

    z.audritt@locke-mccloud.com

  • Contact phone:

    +442038542230

  • Published:

    etwa 10 Stunden her

  • Expiry date:

    2023-06-18

Principal Penetration Tester-UK Remote-£70,000-£90,000+Benefits


I am currently working with a market leading consultancy that is seeking an experienced Principal Penetration Tester to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks within our client's network and applications. In addition, the ideal candidate will have mentoring experience and a Check Team Leader certification.


This role will involve:

  • Conduct penetration testing on infrastructure and applications to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities

  • Mentor and train junior penetration testers

  • Collaborate with development teams to identify and remediate security issues

  • Develop and implement security best practices and standards

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and advancements

  • Provide security guidance and support to development teams


To be considered for the role:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Penetration Tester

  • CTL certification or to have this in view

  • Strong knowledge of common penetration testing methodologies and tools (e.g. Metasploit, Nmap, etc.)

  • Familiarity with OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and projects

  • Mentoring experience


Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a dynamic and exciting work environment. If you have a passion for security and a track record of success as a Senior Penetration Tester, we encourage you to apply today!