Mid-level Penetration Tester

 

Description:

Gallagher, a global leader in risk management and cybersecurity, is seeking a Mid-Level Penetration Tester to join its growing team. This client-facing role offers remote flexibility with exciting travel opportunities for internal engagements, wireless assessments, and red teaming.

As part of Gallagher’s Cyber Risk Management Division, you will work alongside a team of four penetration testing experts and contribute to cutting-edge security projects within a large organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct external, internal, web application, WiFi, cloud, and red team penetration tests.
  • Perform OSINT investigations, phishing campaigns, Cyber Essentials audits, and governance projects.
  • Provide cyber awareness training and network hardening consultations to clients.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience as a Penetration Tester, with expertise in web application testing, internal black-box testing, cloud security, and WiFi assessments.
  • Background in IT Helpdesk/IT Support, with knowledge of networking, Windows Active Directory, and Windows/Linux systems.
  • Strong familiarity with OWASP vulnerabilities, web application security, and infrastructure penetration testing.
  • Must have or be working towards OSCP/CRT or equivalent.
  • Enthusiastic about cybersecurity, with excellent communication skills and a strong willingness to learn.
  • Desirable certifications: CPSA, Security+, CEH, Pentest+, PPNT.
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning technologies.

Employee Benefits:

Gallagher offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package, including:

Core Benefits:

  • 25+ days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase extra days.
  • Defined contribution pension scheme, with employer contributions.
  • Life insurance (4x annual salary), with an option to increase up to 10x salary.
  • Income protection (50% of annual income), with options to enhance coverage.
  • Health cash plan or private medical insurance.

Additional Perks:

  • Three fully paid volunteering days per year.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (discounted company shares).
  • Share Incentive Plan (HMRC-approved tax-efficient stock purchase plan).
  • Critical illness cover.
  • Discounted gym membership at over 3,000 gyms nationally.
  • Season ticket loan for commuting support.
  • Discounted voucher portal for shopping and major purchases.
  • Emergency backup family care support.

Diversity & Inclusion at Gallagher

Gallagher is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, they ensure that the recruitment process is accessible to all candidates.

Gallagher welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds and guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting essential criteria.

Organization Gallagher Services (UK) Limited
Industry IT / Telecom / Software Jobs
Occupational Category Cybersecurity Specialist
Job Location Birmingham,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2025-01-30 4:48 pm
Expires on 2026-01-05