Penetration Tester (SC Cleared), £600 per day outside IR35

Leeds, Yorkshire
Bench IT Limited

Penetration Tester (SC Cleared), £600 per day outside IR35

3 months initially, Leeds & Remote Working

Bench IT require a Penetration Tester with active SC Clearance to assist our client on a large project starting ASAP. The successful candidate should have the experience and skills included below. The successful candidate will be required to work on site 2 days per week which is mandatory.

*Candidates must already hold active SC Clearance – this is a mandatory requirement given the timescales*

• Conduct hands-on penetration testing across various domains including web applications, mobile applications, wireless networks, infrastructure, red teaming, and physical security assessments.
• Define testing scopes and ensure adherence to the highest standards of testing activities.
• Lead and execute penetration tests while contributing to cross-discipline security projects as required.
• Ensure the quality and clarity of client reports, translating technical findings into understandable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Plan and create penetration methods, scripts, and tests.
• Simulate security breaches to assess system security.
• Provide guidance on methods to mitigate or reduce security risks to systems.
• Utilize strong programming skills in Python, JavaScript, or C++.
• Familiarize with cloud assessments, phishing attacks, and breach simulations.

Experience required of Penetration Tester:

• Active SC clearance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in operating systems and networks such as Linux, Windows, and Active Directory.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of web application security and relevant security tools.
• Possess relevant certifications such as CPTS, CompTIA PenTest+, Crest, or OSCP.
• Understand security standards like CIS controls and NIST CSF.
• Experience in IT and OT/ICS/CNI cybersecurity environments.

Desirable Skills:

• Crest Registered Penetration Tester (CRT)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certification
• GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)

Penetration Tester (SC Cleared), £600 per day outside IR35

3 months initially, Leeds & Remote Working