Salary: £50,000 - 50,000 per year
Requirements
- Experience in professional penetration testing, supported by an OSCP, CREST CRT, or equivalent certification.
- A solution-oriented mindset with a deep understanding of operating systems, networking, and cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- The ability to translate complex technical risks into simple, actionable insights for others.
- Comfort working independently or collaboratively within a diverse team to solve complex problems.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to scope tests effectively to meet business needs.
- A proactive approach to development and a willingness to share knowledge to help the wider team succeed.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute authorised penetration tests across our networks, applications, and infrastructure to simulate security breaches and assess risk.
- Identify security gaps caused by technical flaws or human error and advise on best-practice remediations.
- Innovate with fresh testing methods, scripts, and automated tools to enhance our security posture.
- Communicate technical risks through high-quality reports, explaining the potential business impact to stakeholders with clarity.
- Collaborate with Detection Engineers and SOC teams to turn findings into long-term security playbooks.
- Monitor the evolving threat landscape through continuous learning and collaboration with national cybersecurity bodies.
Technologies
- AWS
- Azure
- Cloud
- GCP
- Security
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hackajob is partnering directly with NEXT to hire for this role. Our Information Security team protects a global retail and eCommerce business with over 15,000 IT users and a digital reach spanning 60 countries, keeping our systems, colleagues, and customers safe every day. We are looking for a Security Pen Tester to join our proactive line of defence and help us think like attackers to find vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. You will be part of a collaborative team that values growth, working across offices and rapidly expanding warehouse environments as we continue to push boundaries and evolve under our Lets Take It On spirit.
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Security Pen Tester in Leicester employer: Hackajob Ltd
JPMorgan Chase is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Lead Site Reliability Engineer, you will not only tackle complex challenges but also benefit from extensive professional development opportunities and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located in a global financial hub, you'll be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
