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Penetration Tester

Colossus Recruitmentwest midlands, england🇬🇧United Kingdom

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeFull Time
Work modeRemote
Locationwest midlands, england, United Kingdom
OWASPBashPenetration TestingPowerShellPythonLinux

Job description

Overview

Penetration Tester – UK Remote Linux / Windows Python, PowerShell, Bash

Are you passionate about ethical hacking and ready to take your skills to the next level? We're hiring a Penetration Tester to join a growing cyber team delivering CREST-aligned security services. You’ll simulate real-world attacks, uncover vulnerabilities, and help clients strengthen their defenses — all while working with cutting-edge tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform web, infrastructure, wireless & cloud penetration tests (OWASP, PTES).
  • Scope engagements and define testing objectives with clients.
  • Identify, exploit, and report vulnerabilities with clarity and precision.
  • Provide actionable remediation advice.
  • Stay ahead of emerging threats and tools.

Qualifications

  • Experience in penetration testing across multiple domains.
  • Working at a cyber team consulting team delivering CREST-aligned security services
  • Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, PTES, MITRE ATT&CK.
  • Proficiency in Linux/Windows and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Certifications

  • CREST CPSA or CRT, OSCP (essential)
  • OSEP, OSWE, GWAPT, GPEN, CHECK (desirable)

Why Join?

  • Diverse, challenging projects
  • Career development aligned with SFIA Level 5
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture

Application details

All our roles are UK based. When submitting your application to Colossus, please ensure the following:

  • Your CV has your address and postcode.
  • You also have your correct phone number and email address so we can contact you asap regarding your application.
  • For confidentiality purposes, please remove any reference contact phone number's and email address details from your CV.

Seniority level

  • Associate

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Information Technology

Industries

  • Sound Recording and Data Security Software Products

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