Role Title
CHECK TeamLeader
Location
Cheltenham/London - hybrid, with consistent and regular travel to client sites
Role purpose
NCC Group is a trusted supplier to a wide range of Government departments and partners. To meet growing demand and expand our industry-leading CHECK capability, we’re looking for qualified CHECK Team Members and Leaders to join our established Technical Assurance Services (TAS) division. At NCC Group, being part of the CHECK team isn’t just about meeting compliance – it's about delivering meaningful, risk-based security outcomes. Whether onsite or remote, you’ll lead or contribute to engagements that combine technical excellence with real-world impact, backed by a strong support network and opportunities for personal growth.
Key accountabilities
* Maintain appropriate CHECK status and required SC/DV clearance in accordance with NCSC scheme standards.
* Plan and execute technical security assessments aligned with CHECK methodology and client objectives.
* Produce clear, concise, and high-quality technical reports that explain findings, articulate risks, and prioritise remediation.
* Contribute to internal security research projects and skill development during non-billable time.
* Follow internal processes and quality standards to ensure consistency and compliance.
* Travel to client sites for engagements as required.
* Deliver client-facing workshops and articulate testing methodologies and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Provide scoping support and pre‑sales technical advice where appropriate.
* Mentor junior consultants and adjacent teams to help grow internal capability.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of NCC Group’s methodologies, tooling, and delivery models.
Functional and technical skills
Essential
* Current CHECK Team Leader accreditation.
* CTL‑WEB and/or CTL‑INF.
* Proven ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
* Solid understanding of core cyber security principles and penetration testing methodologies.
* Ability to produce accurate, well‑structured, and client‑ready technical documentation.
Desirable
* Experience delivering engagements across UK Government departments or regulated sectors.
* Familiarity with consultancy environments, including customer communication and pre‑sales support.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical risk to non‑technical stakeholders.
* Proficiency with a wide range of security testing tools, exploit frameworks, and manual testing techniques.
* Knowledge of cloud technologies and security frameworks, such as:
* AWS Well‑Architected Framework
* Azure and GCP best practices
* CIS Benchmarks
* Experience designing or reviewing secure solution architectures.
* Industry certifications such as OSCP, CREST, or equivalent.
* Agile certification or experience working in agile delivery environments.
Advantageous Certifications
Amazon Web Services (AWS):
* AWS Certified Security – Specialty
* AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
* AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
Google Cloud Platform (GCP):
* Professional Cloud Security Engineer
* Professional Cloud Architect
* Professional DevOps Engineer
Microsoft Azure / Microsoft 365:
* AZ‑500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies
* MS‑500: Microsoft 365 Security Administration
* MS‑100, MS‑101, MS‑203, MS‑700
Function Overview
Our CHECK team forms a core part of the NCC Group’s Technical Assurance Services function, which delivers high‑impact penetration testing, red teaming, and threat simulation to clients across public and private sectors. As part of the CHECK team, you’ll play a crucial role in helping government organisations reduce their risk, improve resilience, and meet assurance requirements.
Behaviours, Ways of Working
* Focusing on Clients and Customers.
* Working as One NCC.
* Always Learning.
* Being Inclusive and Respectful.
* Delivering Brilliantly.
Our company
At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. That mission underpins everything we do, from our work with our incredible clients to groundbreaking research shaping our industry. Our teams partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. As global leaders in cyber and escrow, NCC Group is a people‑powered business seeking the next group of brilliant minds to join our ranks.
Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and NCC Group is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, authenticity, and accountability. We want colleagues to put down roots at NCC Group, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as opportunities for learning and development and career growth. We believe our people are at their brilliant best when they feel bolstered in all aspects of their well‑being, and we offer wellness programs and flexible working arrangements to provide that vital support.
Come join us?
What do we offer in return?
* ⏰Flexible working
* Financial & Investment
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Share Save Scheme
* Maternity & Paternity leave
* Community & Volunteering Programmes
* Green Car Scheme
* Cycle Scheme
* Employee Referral Program
* Lifestyle & Wellness
* Learning & Development
So, what’s next?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then we would love to hear from you! Click on apply to this job to send us your CV and cover letter and the relevant member of our global talent team will be in touch with you. Alternatively send your details to global.ta@nccgroup.com.
About your application
We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles.
If you do not want us to retain your details, please email global.ta@nccgroup.com. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (candidate‑privacy‑notice‑261023.pdf nccgroupplc.com). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.
Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does.
To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.
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