Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester

Leeds Full-Time 47000 - 63000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible
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Job Description

Job Title: Penetration Tester
Location: Leeds / Hybrid
Reports To: Head of Cyber Services
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000
Travel: Occasional client site visits

About Us

We're a rapidly growing cybersecurity reseller and MSP delivering cutting-edge security solutions across network, endpoint, cloud, and offensive security testing. Our mission: empower clients to expose and eliminate critical vulnerabilities before attackers do.

We're expanding our offensive security team and need an experienced Penetration Tester to deliver high-impact, real-world security assessments that drive tangible improvements.

The Role – What You'll Own

You will simulate sophisticated cyberattacks across client environments – from networks and web apps to cloud and endpoints – exposing weaknesses before adversaries can exploit them. Your findings will guide clients to stronger, more resilient security postures.

  • Lead internal and external penetration tests, including infrastructure, web, wireless, cloud, and social engineering.
  • Execute red team, purple team, and breach simulation exercises tailored to client maturity and objectives.
  • Identify and safely exploit vulnerabilities to demonstrate real business impact.
  • Deliver clear, actionable reports tailored to both technical teams and executives.
  • Drive client engagement through scoping calls, meetings, and remediation planning.
  • Continuously refine testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  • Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, managed services, and compliance teams to integrate offensive findings into wider risk strategies.
  • Stay ahead of emerging threats, exploits, and attack techniques through ongoing research.

What You Bring – Skills & Experience

  • 2 to 5+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience across network, web, wireless, and cloud environments.
  • Expert with core tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Nmap, and custom scripting.
  • Deep understanding of vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK) and exploitation methods.
  • Experience delivering reports aligned to PTES, OWASP, NIST, or OSSTMM standards.
  • Exceptional communicator who can translate complex technical issues for diverse audiences.
  • Proven certifications like OSCP, eCPPT, CRTO, CREST CPSA/CRT, or equivalent.

Bonus Points

  • Red team, purple team, or adversary emulation experience.
  • Programming/scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
  • Cloud pentesting experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with threat modeling or risk-based vulnerability assessments.
  • Advanced certifications such as OSCE, OSEP, OSWE, CRTP, CREST CRT/CCT.

Join us if you want to make a real impact, tackle diverse challenges, and grow within a dynamic, client-focused security team.

Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Penetration Tester employer: Eames Consulting

Join a rapidly growing cybersecurity firm in Leeds, where we prioritise innovation and employee development. Our collaborative work culture fosters continuous learning and offers opportunities for professional growth, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the cybersecurity landscape. With competitive salaries and a hybrid working model, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
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Contact Detail:

Eames Consulting Recruiting Team

Penetration Tester
Eames Consulting
Location: Leeds
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