Penetration Tester (SC Cleared)
Location: Wokingham - Hybrid working (50/50 split)
Contract Duration: Until 26/12/2025 initially - with a view to extend
Daily Rate: £525/day Inside IR35 - Candidates will need to work through an Umbrella Company
Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance
We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join a cybersecurity team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, engaging in high-impact security assessments across various platforms and environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms
* Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities, delivering detailed risk assessments
* Design and execute red team exercises and threat simulations
* Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings
* Produce comprehensive reports highlighting risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies
* Stay up to date on emerging threats, tools, and techniques
* Support internal security awareness training and initiatives
* Contribute to the development of security policies and best practices
Required Skills & Experience:
1. Strong background in penetration te...