At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct penetration tests and manage security assessments for applications and systems.
- Company: Leading utilities company investing heavily in cyber security.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, strong benefits, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact on cyber security.
- Qualifications: Experience in penetration testing and understanding of security methodologies.
The predicted salary is between 71000 - 82000 £ per year.
Job Description Penetration Testing Specialist Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.
Permanent - £71k - £82k + strong benefits
Location: Hybrid - South Wales Your new company: I am looking to recruit a Penetration Testing Specialist to join a leader in the utilities space.
The business has been investing into their cyber security and IT estate and are continuing to grow and enhance their security posture.
The company has a strong reputation, and we have placed numerous people into careers there, with strong feedback.
The role responsibilities: This is an interesting time to join the company.
Lots of investment into their IT, OT, and Cyber Security functions over the last few years, with ongoing investment and growth happening.
This is a key role.
They're looking for someone who's inquisitive, experienced, and willing to safely get access into almost anything.
Key parts of the role: Define and manage the penetration testing schedule.
Conduct internal penetration testing of applications and systems Manage external vendors providing penetration services and arrange and schedule their work.
Proactively research vulnerabilities in external and internal-facing systems and infrastructure (IT and OT) Social engineering Proactively research internal and external information leakage that may assist malicious actors in preparing for or executing an attack Prepare detailed reporting on vulnerabilities and the remedial actions recommended Accurately quantify discovered vulnerabilities in risk terms.
You will need: Strong understanding of penetration testing principles, methodologies and tooling with proven experience of delivering infrastructure and application penetration tests safely and efficiently Strong understanding of safe approaches required for OT testing and proven experience of OT security assurance testing Strong understanding of attacker TTPs
Penetration Testing Specialist in Isle of Wight employer: Hays
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