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# Penetration Tester

- **Company:** Lloyds Banking Group
- **Location:** Kirkliston, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Open Web Application Security, Containerization
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/penetration-tester/51284860

## About the Role

experience as a penetration testerStrong experience in at least three of the following areas: Web, API, Mobile, Infrastructure, Cloud (including cloud native technologies) or AI testingRelevant security testing certifications such as CREST (CRT, CCT), OSCP, OSCE, GPEN or GXPNDemonstrable knowledge of common security vulnerabilities, including the OWASP Top 10Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersA collaborative approach and a passion for continuous learning and improvementAnd it would be great if you had any of the following...Experience working within a large enterprise or regulated environmentExposure to building or improving in-house security testing capabilitiesExperience designing scalable detection mechanisms for recurring security weaknessesKnowledge of financial services technology environmentsThis is a place for you...Our ambition is to be the

## Description

and forward-thinking individual to join our Security Testing team as a Junior Penetration Tester.You'll support the delivery of offensive security testing across a wide range of technologies and platforms, helping to strengthen the Group's security posture while developing your expertise within a large and highly regulated financial services environment. You'll plan, execute and report on penetration testing engagements across web, API, mobile, infrastructure and cloud assets, perform manual exploitation and post-exploitation activities, review findings to ensure high-quality outputs, and contribute to the design of repeatable detection mechanisms that identify recurring weaknesses at scale.Why Join us?If you think all banks are the same, you're wrong. We're a pioneering, fast-changing business that's shaping finance as a force for good. If you're after a role where you can have an impact and do the best work of your career, you've just found itWhat we're looking for?Significant