Penetration Tester
CV-LibraryGL52, Cheltenham, GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 4 June 2026
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Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid Working Available)
An established cyber security consultancy is seeking a Penetration Tester to join its growing technical team based in Cheltenham.
Working with clients across a variety of sectors, you will deliver offensive security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and provide practical recommendations to improve security posture. This role offers exposure to a broad range of technologies, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced cyber security specialists.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct infrastructure, web application, and vulnerability assessments.
* Perform penetration testing activities across client environments.
* Deliver clear, accurate, and professional technical reports.
* Support client engagements from initial scoping through to delivery.
* Identify and communicate security risks and remediation recommendations.
* Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and industry developments.
* Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality security services.
Requirements
* Previous experience in penetration testing or offensive security.
* Experience testing infrastructure and web applications.
* Familiarity with common penetration testing tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nessus, and similar platforms.
* Strong understanding of cyber security principles, vulnerabilities, and attack methodologies.
* Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Relevant industry certifications such as CREST, CHECK, CompTIA PenTest+, OSCP, or equivalent are desirable.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Ongoing training and certification support.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing cyber security business.
* Exposure to a wide range of client projects and technologies.
* Company pension and additional employee benefits
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid Working Available)
An established cyber security consultancy is seeking a Penetration Tester to join its growing technical team based in Cheltenham.
Working with clients across a variety of sectors, you will deliver offensive security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and provide practical recommendations to improve security posture. This role offers exposure to a broad range of technologies, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced cyber security specialists.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct infrastructure, web application, and vulnerability assessments.
* Perform penetration testing activities across client environments.
* Deliver clear, accurate, and professional technical reports.
* Support client engagements from initial scoping through to delivery.
* Identify and communicate security risks and remediation recommendations.
* Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and industry developments.
* Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality security services.
Requirements
* Previous experience in penetration testing or offensive security.
* Experience testing infrastructure and web applications.
* Familiarity with common penetration testing tools such as Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Nessus, and similar platforms.
* Strong understanding of cyber security principles, vulnerabilities, and attack methodologies.
* Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Relevant industry certifications such as CREST, CHECK, CompTIA PenTest+, OSCP, or equivalent are desirable.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Ongoing training and certification support.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing cyber security business.
* Exposure to a wide range of client projects and technologies.
* Company pension and additional employee benefits