Penetration Tester

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Penetration Tester
6 months
Wokingham - 50% on site
£450

Summary
A dynamic and detail-oriented PMO to oversee and coordinate a Penetration Testing (PEN Testing) program. This role is pivotal in ensuring that testing activities are well-managed, results are clearly communicated, and remediation efforts are tracked across the organisation. While deep technical expertise in cybersecurity is not required, the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of PEN Testing concepts and be able to translate technical findings into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of PEN Testing engagements across multiple teams and vendors
Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting timelines for all PEN Testing activities
Review and consolidate PEN Test results, ensuring clarity and consistency in reporting
Communicate findings, risks, and remediation progress to senior leadership and relevant business units
Track and escalate unresolved issues or critical vulnerabilities
Maintain documentation, dashboards, and audit trails for compliance and governance
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure alignment with broader security strategy
Facilitate post-test reviews and lessons learned sessions

Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience in a PMO, project management, or program coordination role
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, especially around PEN Testing and vulnerability management
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical content for non-technical audiences
Excellent organisational and stakeholder management abilities
Experience working in regulated environments or with compliance frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) is a plusProficiency in project management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similar)

Additional Skills
- Certifications like PMP, Prince2, or CISM/CISSP
- Experience working with external PEN Testing vendors or consultancies
- Ability to influence and drive remediation efforts across diverse team
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