Penetration Tester

LA International Computer Consultants
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
29 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Remote
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Tech stack

JIRA
Open Web Application Security
SharePoint
Software Vulnerability Management

Job description

  • Conduct internal penetration testing across applications, infrastructure, and end user devices (EUDs).

  • Perform scenario-based testing aligned with SbD principles and DSA security non-functional requirements.

  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate findings into JIRA workflows for rapid remediation.

  • Support the HOST testing pipeline, including planning, execution, and reporting of penetration tests.

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Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools.
  • Strong understanding of OWASP, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, and CIS Benchmarks.
  • Familiarity with Secure-by-Design principles and CI/CD pipeline integration.
  • Experience testing EUDs under operational constraints (e.g. no destructive tools, CSOC coordination).
  • Ability to interpret and apply security NFRs across diverse environments.
  • Proficiency in JIRA, SharePoint, and vulnerability management platforms.

About the company

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period. Discover LA International Computer Consultants Ltd Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom 100 - 249 employees Recruitment agency Whether you're aiming for your next contract or permanent role, we connect you to opportunities across the digital and technology landscape in both public and private sectors. With eight specialist Divisions and a single-site team of highly experienced consultants, you get personalised support backed by deep sector expertise. Already security-cleared? Our in-house Security Vetting Department can transfer your clearance quickly and smoothly. New to cleared environments? Our Enhanced Government Security Accreditation allows us to sponsor new clearances, opening doors to career-defining roles. Operating across 90 countries and 5 continents, and supporting candidates for over 40 years, we don't just help you find a job, we help you build a career.

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