Lead a team of penetration testers, oversee client engagements, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Manage and mentor team members, review findings, and maintain industry awareness. Excellent communication and leadership skills required.
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Job Description
Job Title: Penetration Test Manager (Remote – UK)
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 DOE
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Sector: Cybersecurity Consultancy
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK-based cyber consultancy for a Penetration Test Manager to lead a small team of penetration testers. This is a managerial role, focused on oversight, strategy, and delivery of penetration testing services — hands-on testing is not required.
You will ensure that the team operates efficiently, follows best practice methodologies, and delivers high-quality, actionable findings to clients across diverse industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor a small team of penetration testers, providing guidance, career development, and workload management.
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of client penetration testing engagements.
- Ensure penetration testing methodologies, reporting, and deliverables meet consultancy standards and client expectations.
- Review and approve findings and reports, translating technical results into clear recommendations for clients.
- Maintain awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to inform team priorities and methodology updates.
- Support business development activities by advising on scope, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent service delivery and client satisfaction.
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Requirements
- Proven experience managing penetration testing or red-team teams (2–5 testers).
- Strong understanding of penetration testing methodologies, risk assessment, and vulnerability management.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex security findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience in a consultancy or client-facing environment preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, CISSP, or equivalent are a plus.
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What They Offer
- Competitive salary (£55k–£60k DOE).
- Fully remote working with UK flexibility.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a growing penetration testing team.
- Exposure to diverse clients and industries within the cybersecurity consultancy space.
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