Penetration Tester

Senior Cyber Security & AI Recruitment Consultant at CBSButler

We’re seeking a skilled Penetration Tester for a 6‑month rolling contract starting in the New Year. The role is hybrid (3 days on site, 2 days remote) at a client site near Reading.

• Duration
  : 6 months initially, with rolling extension potential
• Start
  :
  As soon as onboarding is complete

This role involves conducting comprehensive technical assessments, identifying vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure, applications, and networks using manual and automated techniques (tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap), producing high‑quality reports with clear remediation recommendations, and contributing to broader security consultancy projects.

• Active SC clearance
• Proven 2‑3 years experience in penetration testing
• CHECK Team Member (CTM) qualification (CREST or Cyber Scheme)
• Strong experience with Azure cloud pen testing (plus AWS is a bonus)
• Proficiency in penetration testing tools, OS (Windows/
  * NIX), network configuration, firewalls/IDS/IPS, and security standards (GDPR, ISO
  27001, PCI DSS)

We value teamwork, continuous learning, and a supportive environment.

If this sounds interesting and you’re available (or know someone who might be), please reply with your CV ASAP and availability, or give me a call to chat further. I’m happy to provide more details confidentially.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Consulting, Information Technology, and Quality Assurance

IT System Testing and Evaluation, IT Services and IT Consulting, and IT System Design Services

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Reading, England, United Kingdom