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Bridewell

Academy Penetration Testing Consultant

Bridewell

Join Bridewell’s Academy as a Penetration Testing Consultant developing security skills. Participate in real-world engagements while gaining professional certifications and mentorship.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeCardiff • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in penetration testing methodologies, technical security principles, and client communication. Capable of conducting vulnerability identification, risk assessment, and authoring clear penetration testing reports.

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Penetration TestingVulnerability IdentificationCyber Scheme Foundation Level (CSFL)Client CommunicationTechnical Report Writing

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Hard Skills
Penetration TestingVulnerability IdentificationRisk AssessmentEvidence CaptureWeb Application Testing
Soft Skills
Professional CommunicationTime ManagementCollaborationCuriosityAccountability
Certifications & Qualifications
Cyber Scheme Foundation Level (CSFL)
Industry Keywords
Offensive SecurityConsultingEngagement PreparationQuality StandardsMethodologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Join Bridewell’s 18-month Academy programme towards becoming a qualified offensive security professional.
  • Develop technical, consulting and client-facing skills for high-quality penetration testing services.
  • Work alongside experienced penetration testers and consultants, gaining exposure to real engagements.
  • Build foundation in penetration testing methodology, technical security principles and consulting behaviours.
  • Work towards key early-career milestones including Cyber Scheme Foundation Level (CSFL).
  • Assist experienced consultants with real client engagements during hands-on training.
  • Deepen understanding of web application testing, vulnerability identification and remediation advice.
  • Progress towards recognised industry practitioner status in final stage of Academy.
  • Be supported by a dedicated mentor and access to structured learning platforms.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Support the delivery of penetration testing engagements under the guidance of experienced consultants.
  • Follow agreed methodologies, rules of engagement, legal boundaries, and Bridewell quality standards.
  • Carry out vulnerability identification, validation, evidence capture, and initial risk assessment.
  • Contribute to penetration testing reports by documenting findings, impact, evidence, and remediation advice clearly and accurately.
  • Support engagement preparation, including kick-off activities, connectivity checks, and client communication.
  • Escalate risks, blockers, unexpected findings, or scope concerns promptly to the lead consultant or engagement manager.
  • Communicate professionally with clients during meetings, updates, debriefs, and written correspondence.
  • Author penetration testing reports. Explain technical issues in a clear and accessible way to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Take ownership of personal development across the Academy pathway, including training, certifications, mentoring, and practical labs.
  • Actively seek, receive, and apply feedback from mentors, lead consultants, peers, and quality assurance reviews.
  • Manage time effectively across client delivery, training, certification preparation, and internal activities.
  • Collaborate positively with Academy peers, penetration testers, resourcing planning, and wider Bridewell teams while demonstrating professionalism, curiosity, and accountability.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 25 Days Holiday - Plus buy and sell options
  • Flexible Working (around core office hours)
  • Company Pension
  • Employee Shareholder Scheme
  • Personal Day & Birthday Off - After 1 year of service
  • Family Leave – After 1 year of service
  • Enhanced Maternity based on length of service
  • Life Assurance
  • Electric Vehicle Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Private Healthcare (incl. Gym discounts and vison care)