Senior Offensive Security Engineers

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SENIOR OFFENSIVE SECURITY ENGINEERS - LONDON (REMOTE)
£60k-£80k | Fully Remote (UK-based) | Cybersecurity Scale-Up
A fast-growing cybersecurity company is seeking Senior Offensive Security Engineers to strengthen their offensive security capabilities.
The Role:

  • Conduct comprehensive penetration testing across web applications, infrastructure, APIs, and cloud environments
  • Perform manual security assessments and exploitation
  • Deliver client-facing penetration testing engagements
  • Write detailed technical reports for various stakeholders
  • Collaborate with internal teams on security improvements
    Essential Requirements:
  • UK Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related subject (or UK Master's as alternative)
  • 3-5 years commercial penetration testing experience
  • Strong understanding of offensive security techniques, OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK
  • Deep knowledge of operating systems, networking protocols, and system architecture
  • Experience with penetration testing tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, custom scripts)
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills
    Desirable:
  • OSCP, CREST certifications
  • Bug bounty participation
  • Red team experience
  • Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Active involvement in security community (CTFs, conferences, research)
    Company Culture:
  • Technical excellence and deep fundamentals valued over credentials
  • Graduate-focused environment
  • Continuous learning and passion for technology expected
  • Looking for candidates who demonstrate genuine interest in offensive security
    Location:
  • Fully remote within UK, optional hybrid working from London office

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