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Penetration Tester (London)

London, UK
Penetration Tester
6point6 | Part of Accenture
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About the job

6point6 has a rapidly growing Cyber division We are looking for inspiring penetration testing talent to join us, is that you?

When joining our high performing cyber function you will be enabled to make your own mark on the organisation and build the future for our clients. You will work in our security testing team hacking our clients’ applications and infrastructure to help them identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities. Additionally, you will be required to support the development of our services and junior team members. You will be working on a variety of unique clients within the industry including blue chip and government. Our working environment is open and interactive facilitating collaboration with colleagues, clients and ecosystem partners. We aim to be as pragmatic and sensitive to stakeholder requirements as possible.

Role and responsibilities

  • Executing penetration tests, security reviews and vulnerability assessments against a variety of systems including network infrastructure and web/mobile/desktop applications
  • Conduct CHECK tests and lead CHECK web app tests
  • Conduct red and purple team exercises
  • Co-operate directly with clients and maintain business relationships
  • Writing technical report and presenting technical findings to clients
  • Assist with the establishment and development of red teaming and pen testing service offerings

What you'll bring

  • An up to date CTM certification in web apps or infrastructure
  • At least 5 years of demonstrable experience working in a penetration testing role in high pressure environments
  • Red teaming experience
  • Ability to read and understand raw system data including security event logs, system logs, application logs, and device logs
  • Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP networks, including the technologies and protocols commonly used in local area and wide area networks
  • Excellent knowledge of a variety of security technologies, including network and application firewalls, host-intrusion prevention, and anti-virus
  • Excellent Working knowledge of Pen-testing methodologies and familiarity with industry best practise frameworks like OWASP
  • SANS (e.g. GSEC, GCIA, GCIH, GPEN) or equivalent
  • OSCP - Offensive Security Certified Professional
  • Relevant TCP/IP network experience, or certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or CCNA
  • CCSAS/CCSAM - CREST Certified Simulated Attack Specialist/Manager

Why 6point6?

At 6point6, we drive the right change in every organisation through the positive impact of technology. Leading with strategy, architecture, and design, we connect cloud, data, and cyber to engineer and deliver large-scale, complex transformations across public and private sectors. We help organisations realise the value of their business strategy, allowing them to engage in a more meaningful way with their end customers.

Benefits of a career at 6point6

We offer a competitive salary & benefits package, for more details of our benefits package please see - https://6point6.co.uk/careers

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