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Entry-Level Penetration Tester

🏢 Locke and McCloud 📍 Reading, England 💼 Full Time
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£25,000 - £30,000
£2,083 - £2,500 / mo
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Reading, England
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Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

  • Location:

    Reading

  • Sector:

    Penetration Testing

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £25000 to £30000

  • Contact:

    Alfreda Rus

  • Contact email:

    a.rus@locke-mccloud.com

  • Contact phone:

    0203 854 2230

  • Published:

    20 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    REPLACEMENT_STRING03-07

Entry-Level Penetration Tester | Hybrid, Berkshire | £25,000 - £30,000

Please note this role does not offer sponsorship.


We are seeking a highly motivated and eager individual to join a growing security team as an Entry-Level Penetration Tester. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter with a passion for information security to learn and grow in the field of penetration testing.


Responsibilities:

  • Assist senior penetration testers in conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on various systems and applications.

  • Document findings and provide recommendations for remediation.

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and technologies, and provide recommendations for improvement.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, IT, and business units, to ensure penetration testing efforts are coordinated and effective.

  • Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in penetration testing.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and web applications.

  • Basic understanding of security frameworks, such as OWASP, NIST, and SANS.

  • Familiarity with penetration testing tools, such as Metasploit, Nmap, and Burp Suite, is a plus.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.


If you have a passion for information security and a desire to learn and grow in the field of penetration testing, apply now!

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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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