Bridewell
Senior Penetration Tester
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Job Title
As a result of growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Penetration Tester with solid experience of infrastructure and web application testing to deliver testing engagements on a range of key client work.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and determined Penetration Tester to continue their development and work on a range of exciting projects. As well as delivering testing, Bridewell ensures each consultant has access to a dedicated annual team budget for personal development. This gives access to CREST, Cyber Scheme exams, online platforms such as Hack the Box, TSCM and TryHackMe, and many other training courses. There is also dedicated time to carry out research and assist with developing new testing methodologies and techniques.
Requirements
- Deliver and lead high-quality offensive security assessments (web application, API and infrastructure), meeting client expectations
- Get involved in and lead on team assessments as required
- Produce written and verbal reports to clients to an excellent standard.
- Support the sales team with pre-sales and assist with technical input into tenders and proposals
- Carry out research and service development when not on client deliverable work that can be used to enhance our services to clients
- Perform report QA.
- Work with teams across the business, providing the latest technical knowledge to collaborate on interesting client projects.
You will need to have experience in:
- Strong experience in a client-facing role. Customer-oriented and able to communicate with all levels of an organisation with appropriate technical content.
- Highly proficient in performing a variety of penetration tests such as infrastructure, web application API testing and device configuration reviews, etc.
- CREST Certified Tester (CCT) or Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL) with infrastructure specialism
- NCSC CHECK Team Leader (CTL) with at least Principal Cyber Security Professional (PriCSP) title
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a larger team
- Produce high-quality technical and executive reports tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Holds or is able to obtain a minimum of SC clearance
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Desirable
- OSCP, OSCE, CRTO
- Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Experience in LLM/AI testing
- Experience in Adversary Simulation / Red Teaming
- Proficiency in coding or scripting (Python, Powershell, Bash)
Benefits
Why Join Us?
Our vision is to create a safe, inclusive digital world where people and organisations can thrive. Our values of Do the Right Thing, One Team and Above and Beyond emphasises the importance of the part we play in society, and our commitment to our people and clients. Our story to-date has been phenomenal, but success doesn't end here and as we continue to grow and scale, we want to keep the same culture, passion and commitment to high quality that has enabled us to get this far. Bridewell will provide a great career opportunity with continual development as well as the following:
- Competitive Salary
- 25 Days Holiday - Plus buy and sell options
- Flexible Working (around core office hours)
- Company Pension
- Employee Shareholder Scheme
- Dedicated Training Budget
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Private Healthcare (incl. Gym discounts)
- Vision Care
- Birthday off (After 1 year)
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About Bridewell
One of the most exciting prospects in the UK Cyber Security sector today, Bridewell is one of the fastest growing Cyber Security services businesses with a strong track record for delivering complex security projects and providing excellent customer service. Bridewell has an exciting and varied portfolio of clients across Financial Services, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Government, Critical National Infrastructure and more. Bridewell holds the Gold level Investors in People award which we feel solidifies and reflects on the outstanding calibre that makes us truly One Team.
Along with our focus on our people, we also have a big focus on sustainability and recognise the role we play in the fight against climate change. Today, Bridewell is proud to be a carbon negative business.
Location
Bridewell operates a hybrid and flexible working policy, however, you will be required to travel to different sites on occasion.
Diversity and Inclusion
Bridewell values diversity in the workplace and is a fair and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an equal and inclusive working environment, with the aim that our employees will be truly representative of all sections of society and each person feels respected and able to give their best.
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