Job Description
DigitalXRAID is seeking a skilled and driven individual to join our Security Testing Team as a Mid-Level Penetration Testing Consultant. This role offers the chance to work across a wide range of exciting and challenging client engagements, applying your technical expertise to help organisations identify and remediate vulnerabilities in their systems, applications, and infrastructure.
We are looking for a professional with proven penetration testing experience who can take ownership of assessments, deliver high-quality reports, and contribute to the development of our growing team.
One Team, Customer First, Have Fun, Be The Best Version Of Yourself, Its Good Enough Is NOT Good Enough, See It Through. Strive for excellence and further your career with a leading global brand.
DigitalXRAID is a leading provider of cybersecurity services across the UK and international markets. We strive to be the best in the industry by investing in skilled and motivated individuals. A career with DigitalXRAID gives you the freedom and support to contribute to a fast-growing, exciting industry, pushing limits, developing solutions, protecting customers and hitting targets.
As part of our friendly and dynamic team, you’ll enjoy plenty of benefits and opportunities to further your career.
Benefits:
- Salary Sacrifice pension scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Death in service benefit
- Buy/sell holiday scheme
- Birthday leave paid
- 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
- Employee recognition
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Workplace nursery scheme
- Discounted will writing
Penetration Tester
As a mid-level consultant, you will take responsibility for delivering a variety of penetration testing engagements to high standards, covering web applications, infrastructure, mobile, and wireless environments. You’ll have the opportunity to lead client-facing engagements, write clear and concise reports tailored to different audiences, and provide practical remediation guidance.
You will also contribute to the ongoing development of our testing methodologies, mentor junior team members, and work closely with senior consultants to ensure the delivery of exceptional services to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and configuration reviews across a range of platforms
- Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications
- Produce high-quality reports, translating complex technical findings into clear business risks and actionable remediation steps
- Communicate directly with clients, including scoping calls, wash-up meetings, and post-assessment support
- Mentor and support graduate and junior testers, providing guidance and knowledge sharing
- Contribute to internal R&D, tool development, and the enhancement of service offerings
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and exploitation techniques
Main requirements for the role:
- Proven experience delivering penetration testing engagements in a consultancy or internal role
- Strong understanding of web application, infrastructure, and network security concepts
- Hands-on experience with common tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, and Kali Linux toolsets
- Knowledge of security frameworks, compliance standards, and industry best practices
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision
- Right to work in the UK.
Experiences and skills that would also be beneficial:
- Industry certifications such as CREST CRT, OSCP, or equivalent
- Experience with Active Directory testing and common attack techniques
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated security testing approaches
- Scripting or programming skills (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation or exploit development
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Job Type: Full-time