Senior Penetration Tester - Assistant Manager

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Job description Job title: Senior Penetration Tester - Assistant ManagerLocation: UKLine of Business: Advisory - Risk ConsultingService Area: Cyber Security Roles and ResponsibilitiesThe RoleAt KPMG we are looking for an Assistant Manager who lives andbreathes hacking and information security. You will have earned your stripes doing CHECK work in data centres and be ready to, or already skilled in leading teams of talented testers. In return we will provide some of the UKs most unique government and commercialengagements for you to cut your teeth on and a friendly, passionate team to develop and grow.The TeamThe KPMGs Cyber Defence (CDS) Team conducts client facing technical assurance and penetration testing and has a long and successful history in KPMG. Our clientsare diverse and we cover many sectors with particular specialisms in Financial Services, High-end Defence Assurance and Telecommunications. We work closely with the NCSC developing new schemes such as Cross Domain Solutions Testing (https://blog-post/ncsc-cross-domain-industry-pilot-stage-2)and are members of all current NCSC and CREST testing schemes - as a result we conduct interesting and challenging work that isnt on offer elsewhere. Our team is made up of skilled individuals at different stages in their careers, centred around three locationsin Leeds, Bristol and London, therefore we are able to offer flexibility in base location, as well as embracing remote working.ResponsibilitiesAs this is a senior role, we want your business brain as well as your technical hacking skills. You will have ideasof how to drive the business forward, and be skilled in the commercial aspects of security testing, above all you will know what clients are looking for when they buy security testing and how to deliver it.Aspects of the role include: Delivery of testingand the oversight of junior testers Peer review of deliverables (QA)Knowledge sharing Continuous development of self, including gaining client feedback. Developing constructive client relationships, both inside and outside of KPMG. Developing an understandingof KPMGs broader offeringsContributing to proposals and participating in client presentations.The PersonRequired Passion for Hacking! Clear and demonstrable understanding of penetration testing and red-teaming including NCSC and CREST accredited schemes.Proven experience of successfully delivering testing Proven experience working within the UK cyber security industryDemonstrable understanding and practical application of information security principles Strong technical background in computing, networks,and programming. Proven experience of producing high quality deliverables working alone and as part of a team.Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) A genuine interest and desire to work with large multi-national clients in the informationsecurity field.Advantageous: Knowledge of working in secure environments (List X facilities) and accredited labs (ISO17025) Research and Development experience Threat Intelligence experience Application testing experienceQualifications and SkillsQualificationsare a good way to demonstrate knowledge but are not the be all and end all, our team is made up of a large number of individuals with diverse backgrounds who all share the "hacker mindset". If you have the experience then we want you to apply. Didnt do adegree in information security A-Levels werent as good as you hoped. Havent attended every SANS course going, we dont mind! For this role we only have two formal requirements. CRT (Check Registered Tester) or equivalentUK Government Security Clearance- the ability to apply for and hold SC is required, DV is advantageous.Above all, KPMG is looking for someone who is passionate about helping our clients (including the UK Government) with their cyber security challenges. In return, we are committed to helpingyou enjoy the role and develop your skills and career within the KPMG network.