CHECK Team Leader Penetration Tester | Security Cleared | £80-90k | Remote
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We're working with a leading cyber security consultancy looking to grow their penetration testing capability with the addition of a CHECK Team Leader (CTL)
This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest CHECK-accredited, security-cleared testing environments, delivering high-impact testing across complex and highly secure customer estates.
The role is primarily remote, with occasional onsite client engagements as required.
Salary: £80-90,000 DOE
Work Structure: Remote (with UK client visits)
Security Clearance: Active or previously held DV clearance is essential.
The Role:
You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality penetration testing across a range of environments, while acting as a senior technical presence within the team.
Engagements will include:
Infrastructure penetration testing
Web application testing
Internal and external network testing
Active Directory / privilege escalation assessments
Cloud security testing
Red team style activities and security assessments
CHECK-based testing within highly secure environments
You'll also be involved in scoping engagements, supporting clients through remediation discussions, and contributing to the continued growth and quality of the testing practice.
What We're Looking For:
Current CHECK Team Leader (CTL) certification
Active DV clearance OR previously held DV clearance
Strong hands-on penetration testing experience across infrastructure and applications
Experience delivering testing within secure/government or high-assurance environments
Strong client-facing communication skills
Ability to write high-quality technical reports and communicate risk clearly
Background working within a consultancy or dedicated security testing environment preferred
Additional certifications such as CRT/CCT, OSCP, OSCE or similar are highly advantageous.
If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate consideration.
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