Mobile Specialist Security Consultant

NCC Group plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Manchester is seeking a Mobile Specialist Security Consultant to enhance their Mobile Security Practice. This role involves performing mobile security assessments and mentoring while utilizing expertise in binary instrumentation and reverse engineering. Candidates should possess deep knowledge of mobile security methodologies, be fluent in programming languages like Swift, Kotlin, and Java, and excel in translating complex findings for stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid working model with access to ongoing development and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible working

Financial & Investment Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Referral Program

Learning & Development

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of mobile security assessment methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with binary instrumentation, reverse engineering, and dynamic analysis.
• Fluency with Swift, Kotlin, and Java.

Responsibilities

• Perform black-box assessments and source code reviews of iOS and Android apps.
• Use tools and techniques to reverse engineer and exploit mobile applications.
• Translate technical findings into language that business stakeholders understand.

Skills

mobile security assessment methodologies

binary instrumentation

reverse engineering

dynamic analysis

Swift

Kotlin

Java

mobile OS internals

security features

common malware techniques

strong communication

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Job description

Mobile Specialist Security Consultant page is loaded## Mobile Specialist Security Consultantlocations: Manchestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: February 28, 2026 (28 days left to apply)job requisition id: R9652**Mobile Specialist Security Consultant****Manchester, Hybrid**We’re NCC Group - global leaders in cyber security and technical assurance. Right now, we’re scaling our elite Mobile Security Practice and we are looking for a deeply technical, hands-on specialist to join us.**The role:**You’ll be part of our Technical Assurance Services team, embedded with some of the most security-conscious clients in the UK and beyond.You will dissect iOS and Android applications via reverse engineering, binary instrumentation, code review, mobile malware techniques, uncovering vulnerabilities others have missed, and help clients understand risk in a language they can act on.**Your day to day:*** Perform black-box assessments and source code reviews of iOS and Android apps* Use tools, techniques, and your own ingenuity to reverse engineer and exploit mobile applications* Travel (occasionally) for on-site engagements* Translate complex technical findings into language that business stakeholders understand* Mentor others, contribute to internal research, and continuously sharpen your knowledge.**We’re looking for:*** Deep knowledge of **mobile security assessment methodologies*** Hands-on experience with **binary instrumentation**, **reverse engineering**, and **dynamic analysis*** Fluency with **Swift**, **Kotlin**, **Java**, and the ability to dissect decompiled code* Understanding of **mobile OS internals**, security features, and common malware techniques* Strong communicator who can hold their own in technical deep-dives and boardroom conversations.**Bonus points if you’ve got:*** Experience in **financial services** or regulated industries* Familiarity with tools like **Jira**, **Bitbucket**, or SDLC pipelines* Web application or API testing experience.* Work with one of the most respected names in cybersecurity.* Be part of a team that values technical excellence, autonomy, and ongoing development.* Get access to personalised training, research time, and industry visibility.* Contribute to high-impact projects that make a real-world difference.Beyond this, we have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits: Flexible working Financial & Investment PensionLife AssuranceShare Save SchemeMaternity & Paternity leaveCommunity & Volunteering Programmes Green Car Scheme Cycle Scheme Employee Referral Program Lifestyle & Wellness Learning & Development Apply now and bring your expertise where it will be recognised, challenged, and developed.**About your application**We review every application received and will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies and we would encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other suitable roles.If you do not want us to retain your details, please email [e-mail]. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy (). We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.**Please note that this role involves mandatory pre-employment background checks due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process. This role being advertised will be subject to BS7858 screening as a mandatory requirement.**