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# Junior Penetration Tester (audit)

- **Company:** Periculo
- **Location:** Melksham, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £27,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Automation Anywhere
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=68be94ed90fe8ef0

## About the Role

* Security Plus qualification is advantageous.
 * Knowledge of security standards including GDPR & ISO27001.
 * Strong problem-solving.
 * Attention to detail.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication.
 * Client engagement and relationship building.
 * Team collaboration.
 * Effective time management.
 * Multitasking ability.
 * Proactive issue resolution.

## Description

We're seeking a motivated and detail-oriented junior penetration tester to join our team. The role will also include support for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials plus.

Reporting to the Testing Lead , you will play a key role in delivering simple penetration tests, cyber essentials assessments and audits. The role will be a mixed bag initially until you have gained enough experience to pick a specific area of expertise, e.g. AI testing.

A day in the life

 * Monday morning we have the Periculo Pulse, a weekly brief on the industry, threats, and news that may help with your role
 * You may have a customer call to attend for a scope briefing.
 * One day could be conducting a penetration test and the next, completing a Cyber Essentials Plus Audit (70/30 split)
 * You will advise the customer on your findings, writing reports specifically for our specialist sectors, e.g. health, defence and AI.
 * Review or update client procedures
 * Continually improve our process and procedures including any AI workflows.
 * Stay updated with the latest in privacy law and cyber security trends to support your clients effectively.

If you are ready to make a significant impact and grow your expertise in cyber security and data protection, we want to hear from you!

Key Duties

 * Penetration Testing of simple applications
 * Testing in health, defence and AI scenarios
 * Participate in client meetings to understand their security needs and requirements. Maintain positive relationships with clients through regular communication and follow-up.
 * Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.
 * Understand organisational context and risk - everything is not a critical!
 * Support internal and external security audits, including preparation, coordination, and follow-up on findings.
 * Conduct Cyber Essentials Plus audits once trained and certified
 * Prepare and present regular reports on security risks, compliance status, and mitigation activities to senior management.
 * Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory changes to continuously improve the organisation's security posture.