IT Senior Penetration Tester (NC701519)

IT Senior Penetration Tester (NC701519)

Job Details:

The Senior Penetration Testing Contractor will:

• Plan and execute internal and external penetration tests for network and infrastructure environments

• Perform vulnerability identification, validation, and controlled exploitation

• Assess security posture across:

  • Network devices (firewalls, routers, switches)

  • On-premise servers and operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)

  • Active Directory and identity infrastructure

  • Remote access solutions and VPNs

  • Cloud environments (where applicable)

• Simulate advanced threat actor techniques including:

  • Privilege escalation

  • Lateral movement

  • Credential compromise

  • Persistence mechanisms

• Evaluate security configurations and control effectiveness

• Conduct testing in accordance with approved Rules of Engagement

• Prepare and deliver formal penetration testing reports suitable for executive, audit, and technical audiences

• Support remediation validation and follow-up testing as required