Information Security

Penetration Tester

X4 Technology

United Kingdom · Nationwide · United Kingdom

  • Conduct infrastructure penetration tests across complex client environments, identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities.
  • Perform hands-on penetration testing of Kubernetes clusters, containerised environments and cloud-native infrastructure.
  • Assess Kubernetes configurations, RBAC permissions, service accounts and potential privilege escalation vulnerabilities.
  • Develop detailed technical reports documenting vulnerabilities, risk levels and recommended remediation actions.
  • Lead technical engagements, communicate findings to stakeholders and provide guidance on improving overall security posture.

Penetration Tester - Required Experience

  • Active SC Clearance
  • Cyber Scheme Team Leader qualification, ideally CSTL-INF.
  • Proven experience conducting infrastructure penetration testing within enterprise environments.
  • Strong hands-on Kubernetes security and penetration-testing experience.
  • In-depth understanding of container security, Docker, Kubernetes RBAC, privilege escalation and common cloud-native vulnerabilities.
  • Experience leading penetration-testing engagements, producing technical reports and presenting findings to technical stakeholders.

Interviews:

October 2026

Start Date:

November 2026

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