Web App Security & Penetration Tester

Waterstons Ltd.; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in Scotland is in search of a skilled Cybersecurity Consultant to join their expanding Cyber team. This role involves conducting penetration testing for web applications and APIs, assessing vulnerabilities, and preparing comprehensive reports. Candidates should have experience with security tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite, along with strong communication skills. The position emphasizes a collaborative culture with flexible working arrangements and an attractive benefits package, including unlimited holidays and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Unlimited holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Supported development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience performing penetration tests on web applications and APIs.
• Knowledge of security vulnerabilities and relevant risk mitigation techniques.
• Extensive tooling experience with penetration testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver web application penetration testing.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Prepare clear reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Penetration testing

Network security

Cloud infrastructure security

Risk mitigation techniques

Technical documentation

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

OWASP Zap

Job description

A leading IT consultancy in Scotland is in search of a skilled Cybersecurity Consultant to join their expanding Cyber team. This role involves conducting penetration testing for web applications and APIs, assessing vulnerabilities, and preparing comprehensive reports. Candidates should have experience with security tools like Metasploit and Burp Suite, along with strong communication skills. The position emphasizes a collaborative culture with flexible working arrangements and an attractive benefits package, including unlimited holidays and professional development opportunities.