Location: Remote

Salary: Competitive Salary

Are you ready to make an impact in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity? Cognisys is growing rapidly, and we’re looking for a Penetration Tester (Principal Consultant) to join our team during this exciting period of innovation and expansion.

Cognisys is a leading cybersecurity company specialising in Penetration Testing, GRC Consulting, and Managed Security services. We pride ourselves on our customer service, forward-thinking approach, and commitment to excellence. Our small but mighty team works with some of the best-known companies in the world and covers over 30 countries worldwide!

About the Role

As a Senior Security Consultant, you will be responsible for scoping, leading, and delivering advanced penetration testing engagements across multiple disciplines, including network, application, and red team assessments.

You will take ownership of the full testing lifecycle, from engagement planning and execution to delivering high-quality reports that effectively communicate findings to both technical and executive audiences.

In this role, you will be expected to apply your technical expertise, make strategic testing decisions, esure the highest quality of deliverables, and contribute to refining methodologies, tools and processes to strenghten the client's security testing capabilities.

If you are a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion for offensive security, team leadership, and business growth, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting and often leading technical pre-sales, proposal writing and client engagements.
• Producing high-quality technical reports which can explain details using non-technical language so that non-technical stakeholders can grasp the severity of the vulnerability.
• Performing quality assurance and technical peer reviewing of project reports.
• Leading and supporting technical delivery projects to achieve successful outcomes.
• Use cutting-edge tools and techniques to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in diverse environments.
• Assisting with the continuous development of penetration testing processes and methodologies.

Skills and Experience:

• Possession of industry-recognised certifications, including OSCP, CRT, OSWE, OSCE, CRTO, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise in ethical hacking and penetration testing across various environments.
• Strong grasp of how to assess and break technical controls, along with the ability to communicate this to clients in a non-technical format.
• Strong command of offensive security methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client engagement capabilities.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment where customer care and innovation drive everything we do.
• A dedicated budget for your professional development.
• Access to an Employee Wellness Hub supported by Kara Connect for health and well-being resources
• Generous holiday allowance, plus a birthday holiday.
• Referral bonus scheme up to £2,000!

Why Join Us?

At Cognisys, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and shares support. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact on our clients. If you are driven by a desire to protect and innovate, we’d love to hear from you!

We're not just about the work; we're about our people. Join a team where innovation is celebrated, and your contributions are valued. We foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas thrive, and professional growth is encouraged.

Applications

Please feel free to reach out to Dom, our Head of Talent Acquisition if you would like any further information, to discuss accessibility requirements, or if you require this information provided in an alternative format – hiring@cognisys.co.uk

We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and can make reasonable adjustments to accommodate individual needs.

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