Role: Lead Penetration Test Engineer
Type: Long-term contract
Location: UK remote, with occasional client visits as required, travel expenses covered
Clearance required: Active SC, or SC + NPPV3
Summary
We're building a network of remote based, SC cleared Lead Penetration Test Engineers across the country for
upcoming opportunities during 2026. This is not an immediate live vacancy, but a proactive market-mapping
exercise to identify cleared professionals for future client demand. Roles could become active imminently or
within 3 months. We are keen to speak with security testing professionals who can identify and assess
vulnerabilities across web applications, APIs, mobile applications, and related environments, while working
closely with technical stakeholders to improve overall security posture. Candidates must already hold active SC
clearance or SC clearance plus NPPV3. Clearance must be current, or within 3 months of expiry.
Key responsibilities
- Plan and deliver application penetration testing across web applications, APIs, mobile applications,
and related platforms.
- Identify and exploit vulnerabilities using a combination of manual and automated testing techniques.