Salary: GBP104,000 – 104,000 per year
Requirements:
* We are looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:
* Hold a valid CREST CCT (App/infra) or CyberScheme CHECK Team Leader (CTL–INF/APP) certification.
* Achieved the Principal or Chartered Cyber Security Professional title (UK Cyber Security Council – Security Testing specialization).
* Have a minimum of two years of experience as a CHECK Team Leader and three years of professional penetration testing experience.
* Proven experience in cybersecurity roles with a strong understanding of WAN, LAN, SAN, and cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
* Familiarity with operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, and UNIX environments.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, and Java for automation tasks.
* Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS) and services (Active Directory, LDAP).
* Familiarity with Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM), mobile app testing (iOS/Android), cloud security testing, and AI security testing.
* Experience with tools such as Splunk for log analysis and incident detection.
* Understanding of system administration principles within both physical and virtual environments (PaaS, IaaS).
* Familiarity with DevOps practices and shell scripting (Bash) for system automation.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues related to cybersecurity.
* Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to non–technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
* In this role, you will:
* Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies aligned with our organizational goals.
* Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential threats.
* Monitor network traffic for unusual activity using SIEM tools and other network monitoring solutions.
* Manage incident response processes, including detection, analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery.
* Ensure compliance with the latest NCSC, NIST standards, ISO regulations, and other relevant frameworks.
* Collaborate with IT teams on firewall configurations, VPN setups, and load balancing solutions.
* Provide guidance on encryption methods and authentication protocols to protect sensitive information.
* Assist in the development of disaster recovery plans and business continuity strategies.
* Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies, including cloud computing trends.
* Lead and execute infrastructure and application penetration testing assignments for public sector and private clients.
* Supervise and mentor CHECK Team Members, ensuring high standards in testing, delivery, reporting, methodology, and client communication.
* Be available to travel onsite in the UK or the Channel Islands for testing requirements.
* Conduct training sessions for staff on best practices in information security.
Technologies:
* AI
* AWS
* Active Directory
* Android
* Azure
* Bash
* Cloud
* DevOps
* Firewall
* IaaS
* Java
* LAN
* LDAP
* Linux
* Load Balancing
* macOS
* Mobile
* Network
* PaaS
* PowerShell
* Python
* Security
* Splunk
* TCP/IP
* Unix
* VPN
* Windows
* iOS
More:
Join us in our mission to enhance cybersecurity measures while fostering a culture of safety and awareness within our organization. Your expertise will be invaluable in protecting our digital assets against evolving threats.
Job Types: Temporary, Fixed–term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: GBP400.00 per day
Benefits:
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* On–site parking
* Work from home
Candidates should be able to reliably commute or be willing to relocate to Portsmouth PO1 3EZ with an employer–provided relocation package.
Experience in Cybersecurity: 3 years is required.
Willingness to travel: 75% is required.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portsmouth PO1 3EZ.
last updated 46 week of 2025
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