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People Source Consulting trading as Experis

Penetration Tester - Outside IR35

On site

London, United kingdom

£ 500 /day

Freelance

24-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Python Go PowerShell Network Security Penetration Testing SAP Operating Systems Shell Marketing Agile Recruitment Digital Marketing

Job Specifications

Role: Penetration Tester
Duration: 12 month Contract
Pay: Up to £500 per day (Outside IR35)
Location: Fully Remote
Excellent long term contract for an experienced Penetration Tester to support a large-scale international security programme, delivering high-quality offensive security assessments across applications, infrastructure, and networks.
You'll be joining a specialist team responsible for delivering structured penetration tests, vulnerability assessments and security design reviews. Working within a defined AGILE sprint model, you will plan, execute and report on testing activities, producing clear technical findings, risk assessments and remediation guidance. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll deliver briefs to both technical teams and senior stakeholders.
The role requires hands-on experience with modern penetration testing tools and recognised methodologies, along with the ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across operating systems, networks, applications, and protocols. A background in Scripting (Python, Go, PowerShell or Shell) is highly desirable.
Key Requirements:
Strong experience in web and infrastructure penetration testing
Proficiency with offensive security tooling and methodologies
Ability to produce clear, structured, executive-level reporting
Knowledge across network security, application security, cryptography and authentication
SC/NATO SECRET security clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
Relevant certifications (OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, Crest) beneficial
This role offers the chance to contribute to a critical, high-profile security initiative while enjoying full flexibility and Outside IR35 engagement.
If you're an experienced Pen Tester looking for your next long-term contract, I'd love to hear from you.
People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.

About the Company

We are excited to announce that People Source Consulting Ltd will be rebranding to "People Source Consulting Ltd trading as Experis" effective 26th April 2024. We want to reassure you that whilst our name may be changing, our core values, dedication to excellence, and the quality of service will remain unchanged. We have been partnered with ManpowerGroup/Experis over the last 7 years, ensuring a seamless transition moving forward. Rest assured, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering under our new identity. To stay... Know more