Penetration Tester

About Ekco

Founded in 2016, Ekco has quickly become one of Europe's fastest-growing cloud solution providers and your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider.

We specialise in helping organisations advance their cloud maturity guiding transformation, strengthening security, and maximising the value of their technology investments.

In simple terms: we help organisations modernise with confidence securing their systems, optimising their cloud, and keeping them resilient in a rapidly changing world.

Today, we're a thriving team of 1,000+ talented and supportive colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Benelux, South Africa, and Malaysia-and we're continuing to grow.

Predatech is our Crest-accredited penetration testing company focused on delivering high-quality technical security. We're based in Manchester and are a cyber security partner to over 300 organisations across the UK, including some of the largest companies in the world.

What makes this role different from all the others?

You'll be part of a culture that truly encourages your development.

Our work environment is an ego-free zone, and we encourage everyone to be themselves.

We regularly organise team meals and activities to help bring the team together.

The Role:

We are looking for a penetration tester with hands-on experience to join our growing team. This role is perfect for a penetration tester who is keen to lead testing engagements for a range of interesting clients.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and delivering Crest-accredited penetration testing engagements.

Providing high-quality reporting and communicating findings to clients.

Conducting security research and creating technical content to help inform and educate.

Assisting with the continuous development of Predatech's penetration testing processes and methodologies.

Who We're Looking For:

The following skills and experience are essential for the role:

At least 1 year of professional penetration testing experience covering one or more of the following domains: external network, internal network, web application, mobile application testing, red teaming and social engineering.

Strong technical ability and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Good organisation and time management ability.

In addition, the following would be desirable:

Development and/or source code review experience.

AWS, Azure, GCP security review experience.

ISO 27001 auditing/implementation experience.

Experience of scoping penetration tests.

Holding an OSCP, CSTM, Crest CRT or equivalent certification.

Other cyber security certifications such as Security+, CISM, CPSA, ECSA, PNPT.

What We Can Offer:

We're determined to create an engaging work culture that delivers a healthy work-life balance and places emphasis on your development.

Key benefits include:

Annual all expenses paid trip to DEFCON in Las Vegas.

Regular team meals and activities (for example, go karting and quad biking).

Budget and support to achieve cyber security certifications.

Access to paid courses and resources.

Free office snacks and drinks

Benefits/Perks

Time Off: 25 days annual leave + public holidays
Birthday Leave: One extra day off to celebrate
Company Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
EkcOlympics: Global team activity challenges
Unlimited access to Pluralsight for continuous development
Real opportunities to grow, including international progression

Why Ekco

• Company of the year 2026 Tech Excellence Awards

• Microsoft's 2023 Rising Star Security Partner of the Year

• First Irish Microsoft MSP to achieve all four Microsoft Security Specializations

• A culture rooted in diversity, equality, inclusion & belonging

• A commitment to internal mobility and career progression

• Flexible, family-friendly working at the heart of our culture

• Proud to be your trusted security-first Managed Service Provider chosen by IT leaders to drive operational efficiency, scale smarter and stay ahead of risk.