Principal Security Consultant (Pentesting)

TL;DR

Principal Security Consultant (Pentesting): Delivering wide-range security assessments and penetration testing across diverse environments with an accent on cloud platforms, mobile environments, and infrastructure. Focus on leading strategic client engagements, producing high-quality technical reporting, and mentoring junior consultants.

Location: Hybrid (Birmingham, UK). Time is split between home working (50%) and on customer sites (50%), with visits to the Birmingham office when needed.

Company

Global risk management partner specializing in cybersecurity, assessment, advisory, and inspection services across 150 countries.

What you will do

• Manage the entire lifecycle of security engagements, from kick-off calls through testing, reporting, and debriefing.
• Conduct penetration testing against various environments and technologies, including Cyber Essentials assessments.
• Lead medium to large projects and take responsibility for one or more strategic clients.
• Provide ongoing mentorship to junior consultants and contribute to team and process improvement.
• Perform technical analysis of current IT security events for media coverage and internal updates.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of professional Pentesting experience.
• At least 36 months of relevant cybersecurity industry experience within the past 5 years.
• Hands-on experience in penetration testing across applications, infrastructure, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Oracle), and mobile (Android, iOS).
• Proficiency in social engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills for explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model involving travel to customer sites and the Birmingham office.

Nice to have

• Experience in container security.
• Experience in secure code review.
• Experience in threat modelling.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• 8% employer matched pension scheme.
• Private healthcare through AXA Health.
• Clear career advancement paths and opportunities for professional progression.
• Support for certifications and skills development.

Hiring process

• Pre-employment checks including right to work, identification, employment history, education, and criminal records.