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R16836 - Senior Offensive Security Analyst/Penetration Tester

Harvey Nash
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 21 days
Location

London, Greater London SW18 4DJ, England

Salary

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Senior Offensive Security Analyst / Penetration Tester is available in London, offering a hybrid work model of 2 to 3 days in the office.
  • Candidates should have advanced certifications in penetration testing, such as OSCP or CRT, along with significant experience in the field.
  • The role involves planning and executing penetration tests, developing testing methodologies, and collaborating with clients to meet their security needs.
  • Successful applicants will prepare detailed reports on their findings and mentor junior testers, contributing to their professional development.
  • The salary for this full-time position is competitive and commensurate with experience, which should ideally include several years in penetration testing and cybersecurity.

Job Title: Senior Offensive Security Analyst / Penetration Tester

Location: London - W1U 7EU - Hybrid ( 2 to 3 days)

Duration: Full Time

Job Spec:

  • Plan and execute penetration testing and red team engagements to identify vulnerabilities in clients' IT systems, networks, and applications.
  • Develop and refine testing methodologies to ensure comprehensive and effective security assessments. * Collaborate with clients to understand their security needs and provide tailored recommendations.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings, including actionable insights and remediation strategies.
  • Mentor junior penetration testers and contribute to their professional growth.
  • Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and technologies, and integrate emerging techniques into practice.

Top Skills:

  • Advanced certification in penetration testing such as OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), CRT (CREST Registered Tester), or equivalent.
  • Experience in penetration testing and cybersecurity.
  • Proven track record of conducting high-impact client engagements.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and hacking techniques.
  • Proficiency in tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, CobaltStrike etc.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for ethical hacking.
  • Experience coding and scripting custom tools
  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A relentless drive to stay updated with the latest in cybersecurity and penetration testing.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.