Average Penetration Tester salary in the UK

Penetration Tester – Bristol | Full-Time | Office based with Client TravelSalary: £30,000 - £65,000pa (Depending on experience) My client is a UK-based technology and cybersecurity consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions across sectors including telecoms, finance, defence, rail, and aerospace. With expertise in cybersecurity, software development, and R&D, they work on some of the most critical and challenging projects in the UK and beyond.The RoleThey’re looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join their expert team in Bristol. You’ll be responsible for conducting advanced penetration tests, red team exercises, and vulnerability assessments, helping clients strengthen their defences and reduce risk.What You’ll Do Perform penetration testing across networks, systems, and applicationsLead vulnerability assessments and red teaming activitiesCreate detailed reports and communicate findings clearly to clientsContribute to internal research and tool development What You’ll Bring 2+ years’ experience in penetration testing or vulnerability assessmentCHECK, CREST, or equivalent certificationStrong technical understanding of networks, OS, and security tools (Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc.)Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Nice to Have Coding/scripting (Python, Bash, C#)Web/mobile app testing, reverse engineering, or malware analysisAudit experience (ISO27001, CTAS, CAS(T))Mentoring or leadership capability Why Apply?Join a highly skilled team tackling complex cybersecurity challenges. This role offers real technical variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a tangible impact in the cyber sector.Interested? Apply today or reach out to learn more about this opportunity.

Penetration Tester I'm currently hiring for a Penetration Tester role with a forward-thinking organisation in the West Midlands.An exciting in-house opportunity that blends hands-on technical challenge with real impact in CNI. This is a hybrid working-2 days a week in the office and be eligible for SC clearance. Key Tasks: Build and script your own tools for automated testing and assessmentDrive innovation by designing and implementing new testing techniquesDive into security testing across modern IT - covering Web, APIs, Hardware Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Red Team Operator / Penetration Tester Ncounter is supporting a specialist Defence consultancy on two upcoming Red Team engagements within a major Defence programme. These are initial 3-month contracts, with a strong likelihood of extension, forming the first wave of a wider pipeline of similar work expected over the next 12 months.The focus of these engagements is true adversary simulation. Working from standard user credentials, you will help define and execute realistic Red Team activity, assessing how an attacker could infiltrate, move laterally, escalate privileges, and exfiltrate data within sensitive environments. You will play a key role in shaping the technical approach, rather than simply delivering pre-defined tests.Work will be based primarily out of SW sites or nearby Defence related sites, with an expectation of 2 to 3 days per week onsite.Key responsibilities include: • Supporting confirmation of scope sessions and contributing to detailed Red Team test plans • Designing and executing adversary simulation and penetration testing activity against Defence systems • Exploiting networks to enumerate services, escalate privileges, and move laterally • Simulating advanced threat actor behaviour including command and control and data exfiltration • Producing high quality technical and management level reports with clear remediation guidance • Participating in technical replays with Blue Teams to support detection and mitigationTo be considered, you will bring: • Proven Red Team or offensive cyber experience within Defence or similarly regulated environments • Active SC or DV clearance, ideally DV • Strong understanding of insider threat scenarios and post-compromise activity • Relevant certifications such as OSCP, CRTO, or GIAC, or equivalent hands-on expertise • The ability to operate confidently onsite within Defence environmentsIf you are an experienced Red Team operator looking to be involved in high impact Defence work with genuine follow-on opportunities, get in touch with Ncounter for a confidential discussion.