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Cyber Security Specialist (Pen Testing), Maidstone
Client: Cyber Guarded Ltd
Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 22.08.2025
Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description:
Location: Belfast Hybrid (2 days in office / client site as required)
Type: Full-time | Flexible working hours | Hybrid
Applicants must be a UK or Irish citizen (or hold an equivalent status eligible for full UK security clearance) with 5 years of continuous UK address history.
Applicants will ideally be based in Northern Ireland (or can commute or relocate) to meet hybrid work and client site requirements. Sponsorship is not available.
Who we are:
Cyber Guarded Ltd is a long-established and independent cyber security company based in Belfast. As the premier NCSC-approved supplier for CHECK Penetration Testing in Northern Ireland, including Cyber Incident Exercising at the highest levels, along with Cyber Advisor - Cyber Essentials, we support clients across both public and private sectors.
As we continue to grow significantly, securing major contracts across Northern Ireland, we’re strengthening our technical team. We seek skilled Penetration Testers who are either already Cyber Scheme Team Member (CSTM) or CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT), or have the ability and motivation to attain these qualifications soon to achieve NCSC CHECK Penetration Testing status.
What You’ll Do:
* Perform infrastructure, web, cloud, and OT penetration testing
* Produce clear, actionable reports and remediation advice
* Engage with clients throughout the testing lifecycle
* Contribute to tooling, methodology, and internal R&D
What We’re Looking For:
* Hands-on experience in professional penetration testing
* Hold CHECK Team Member or CHECK Lead status, or have the technical depth to pursue the CSTM exam soon
* Hold a UKCSC Professional Registration Title of Practitioner, Principal, or Chartered in Security Testing
* Strong knowledge of networks, Linux/Windows, and web technologies
* Experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, Nessus
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and reporting skills
What We Offer:
* Hybrid working – home-based with 2 days/week in Belfast office or client site
* Flexible hours and supportive team culture
* Monthly team lunches and quarterly team days out
* Comprehensive pension and sick pay
* 23 leave days + 10 public holidays
* Annual Specsavers optical vouchers
* Exposure to diverse sectors, clients, and technical environments
* Support for professional development and certifications
* Salary: up to £70,000 depending on experience and qualifications
If you want to join a growing team delivering impactful work across critical industries and make a difference without bureaucracy, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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