Penetration Tester
6 months
Wokingham - 50% on site
£450
Summary
A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the end-to-end life cycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors
* Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities
* Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting
* Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units
* Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities
* Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance
* Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure alignment with broader security strategy
* Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role
* Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management
* Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences
* Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities
* Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance frameworks (eg ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) is a plus
* Proficiency in project management tools (eg Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar)
Additional Skills
- Certifications like PMP, Prince2, or CISM/CISSP
- Experience working with external PEN Testing vendors or consultancies
- Ability to influence and drive remediation efforts across diverse team