Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester 🚀 Founded in 2016 Ekco is now one of the fastest growing cloud solution providers in Europe! Apply Here About Ekco 🚀 Founded in 2016, Ekco has quickly become one of Europe’s fastest-growing cloud solution providers and your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider. We specialise in helping organisations advance their cloud maturity guiding transformation, strengthening security, and maximising the value of their technology investments. ☁️ In simple terms: we help organisations modernise with confidence securing their systems, optimising their cloud, and keeping them resilient in a rapidly changing world. 🌍 Today, we’re a thriving team of 1,000+ talented and supportive colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Benelux, South Africa, and Malaysia—and we’re continuing to grow. Predatech is our CREST-accredited penetration testing company focused on delivering high-quality technical security. We’re based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 300 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world. What makes this role different from all the others? · You’ll be part of a culture that truly encourages your development. · Our work environment is an ego-free zone, and we encourage everyone to be themselves. · We regularly organise team meals and activities to help bring the team together. ‏‏‎ ‎ The Role: We are looking for a penetration tester with hands-on experience to join our growing team. This role is perfect for a penetration tester who is keen to lead testing engagements for a range of interesting clients. Key responsibilities include: · Leading and delivering CREST-accredited penetration testing engagements. · Providing high-quality reporting and communicating findings to clients. · Conducting security research and creating technical content to help inform and educate. · Assisting with the continuous development of Predatech’s penetration testing processes and methodologies. ‏‏‎ ‎ Who We're Looking For: The following skills and experience are essential for the role: · At least 1 year of professional penetration testing experience covering one or more of the following domains: external network, internal network, web application, mobile application testing, red teaming and social engineering. · Strong technical ability and attention to detail. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Good organisation and time management ability. In addition, the following would be desirable: · Development and/or source code review experience. · AWS, Azure, GCP security review experience. · ISO 27001 auditing/implementation experience. · Experience of scoping penetration tests. · Holding an OSCP, CSTM, CREST CRT or equivalent certification. · Other cyber security certifications such as Security+, CISM, CPSA, ECSA, PNPT. ‏‏‎ ‎ What We Can Offer: We’re determined to create an engaging work culture that delivers a healthy work-life balance and places emphasis on your development. Key benefits include: · Annual all expenses paid trip to DEFCON in Las Vegas. · Regular team meals and activities (for example, go karting and quad biking). · Budget and support to achieve cyber security certifications. · Access to paid courses and resources. · Free office snacks‏‏‎ and drinks ‏‏‎ ‎‏‏‎ Benefits / Perks • ☀️ Time Off: 25 days annual leave + public holidays • 🎂 Birthday Leave: One extra day off to celebrate • 💰 Company Pension Scheme • 📞 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support • 🏃‍♀️ EkcOlympics: Global team activity challenges • 📚 Unlimited access to Pluralsight for continuous development • 🌱 Real opportunities to grow, including international progression Why Ekco 🏅 Company of the year 2026 Tech Excellence Awards ⭐️ Microsoft’s 2023 Rising Star Security Partner of the Year 🚀 First Irish Microsoft MSP to achieve all four Microsoft Security Specializations 🌈 A culture rooted in diversity, equality, inclusion & belonging 🎉 A commitment to internal mobility and career progression ✨ Flexible, family-friendly working at the heart of our culture 🔐 Proud to be your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider chosen by IT leaders to drive operational efficiency, scale smarter and stay ahead of risk. Department Technical Delivery Locations Manchester Remote status Hybrid