Junior Offensive Security Consultant

WorkNest Secure (US)
Leeds, UK
16 days ago
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Role details

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

Tech stack

Software System Penetration Testing Cyber Security Open Web Application Security Web Applications Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

As a Junior OffSec Consultant you will perform formal and comprehensive penetration testing assessments, including producing full written reports to appropriate standards and within agreed deadlines. In addition, you will support client pre-engagement activities, as well as research application and infrastructure vulnerabilities, following responsible disclosure, and sharing such findings within the team., * Perform formal and comprehensive application, infrastructure and other penetration testing assessments where appropriate and required;

  • Provide well-written, concise, technical and non-technical reports in English;
  • Maintain excellent communication standards during your engagements & ensuring debriefs are offered following the process
  • Maintain good communication standards with your OffSec Team lead & Academy Manager
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and provide findings with remediation actions;
  • Support with various client pre-engagement interactions where appropriate and applicable
  • Manage and deliver applicable project activities to deadlines;
  • Research application and infrastructure components within the wider team to identify new vulnerabilities and follow responsible disclosure;
  • Any other appropriate job duties in line with the associated skill and experience of the post holder.
  • Work towards achieving industry certifications and developing new Penetration testing skillsets via research and shadowing., In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the job holder may be required to perform other duties as assigned from time to time by their manager or a senior leader.

Requirements

  • Good knowledge of application and infrastructure penetration testing;
  • Strong understanding of OWASP, PTES and other penetration testing methodologies;
  • Knowledge of how modern web apps are designed, developed and deployed across different platforms;
  • Ability to program or script in your preferred language;
  • (Nice to have) Relevant security qualifications (such as OSCP, CREST CRT, TIGER);
  • Good knowledge and understanding of network and OS principles;
  • Good knowledge of various operating systems;
  • Good knowledge of virtualisation.
  • A degree in Cybersecurity or related courses., * Excellent spoken and written English communication skills with strong attention-to-detail and accuracy;
  • A customer centric mindset & approach - Willing to go above and beyond when engaging with our customers
  • A passion for security and networks;
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude and the ability to think laterally and creatively;
  • Self-motivation with a commitment to continued development;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
  • Influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels;Willingness to learn.

Benefits & conditions

WorkNest Secure is rapidly expanding, helping organisations strengthen their security posture through world-class expertise. To support this growth, we are seeking Junior Offensive Security Consultants to join our 12-month graduate academy.

Through a variety of learning methods such as workshops, observations, practice labs, paired work, live testing, mentoring, and coaching, you will quickly build a strong mix of technical and soft skills.

You will receive structured support from our Academy Manager and consultant team, enabling you to progress in a supportive and friendly environment with a strong focus on developing junior consultants., * 25 days annual leave plus birthday leave

  • Company pension
  • Subsidised gym membership
  • Employee benefits platform
  • Regular team events
  • Private healthcare (individual cover)
  • Learning allowance of £100 per annum for personal development
  • Flexible working policy

About the company

At WorkNest, we recognise the importance of having an engaged, healthy, diverse and inclusive culture. This is not only the right thing to do - it also strengthens our business.

We believe a talent-driven organisation must also be a diverse one. We are committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion across everything we do: how we serve our clients, develop our products and services, and support our colleagues.

Effective people management and engagement are integral to our business, both in terms of what we do and how we do it.

As part of this commitment, WorkNest and Axiom have signed up to the UN Sustainable Development Goals on Gender Equality (Goal 5) and Decent Work and Economic Growth (Goal 8). We report annually to our Board and investors on our progress.

The WorkNest group brings together 15+ specialist organisations, each with decades of experience supporting organisations worldwide with risk and compliance solutions.

Our WorkNest Secure suite brings together leading cyber security and compliance expertise to help organisations stay protected, resilient, and one step ahead of emerging threats. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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