Lead Penetration Tester- NV1

Position: Lead Penetration Tester

Security clearance: Must be able to obtain Negative Vetting Level 1

Job details

Penetration Testers analyse IT systems to determine configuration weaknesses and faults that would impact on security and business then produce reports detailing the findings and recommendations for improved network security.

Cyber Security Penetration Testers conduct complex penetration testing and highly sensitive vulnerability assessment activities. They simulate different types of cyber security attacks and develop penetration testing methodologies.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. oversee the execution of test cases using in-depth technical analysis of risks and typical vulnerabilities

2. lead cyber penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using relevant tools and methods against a variety of technologies

3. conduct and lead complex threat simulation activities to identify weaknesses and/or opportunities in technical security controls

4. oversee the catalogue of test findings and potential measures

5. oversee and approve security testing plans

6. provide highly technical subject matter expertise to system owners and stakeholders to improve system security posture

7. conduct highly complex analysis and research to identify improvements to cyber threat tools, techniques and procedures

8. manage and coordinate a variety of risk analysis and assessments on cyber security matters

9. perform web application and mobile penetration testing against complex enterprise platforms using a variety of technologies

10. conduct infrastructure penetration testing against enterprise grade systems

11. collaborate with system owners to develop test scope and preparation for testing ensuring remediation has been completed effectively

12. review reports, briefs and documentation and communicate technical findings and recommendations

13. transfer highly technical skills and knowledge to other staff through continuous coaching and on-the-job training to support succession planning

14. lead and support the operations of a team, including setting priorities and managing performance, resources and workflows

15. exercise delegations in line with legislation and guidelines.

Criteria

Essential criteria

• 1. Forensics: Level 4 (CIISEC)

Undertakes basic forensic tasks (e.g. first responder) without supervision. Has some experience of more complex tasks (e.g. using specialist tools to recover, preserve and analyse data) under supervision.

• 2. Penetration Testing and conducting Simulated Attack Exercises: Level 5 (CIISEC)

Uses commercial and bespoke tools to conduct complex penetration testing without close supervision and/or leads teams undertaking complex penetration tests. Undertakes penetration exploits as part of a simulated attack exercise under direction. Appropriate and relevant certifications include CHECK Team Leader, CREST Certified Tester (Infrastructure or Web Applications) or equivalents.