Junior Offensive Security Consultant

Job description

WorkNest Secure is rapidly expanding, helping organisations strengthen their security posture through world‐class expertise. To support this growth, we are seeking Junior Offensive Security Consultants to join our 12‐month graduate academy. Through a variety of learning methods such as workshops, observations, practice labs, paired work, live testing, mentoring, and coaching, you will quickly build a strong mix of technical and soft skills. You will receive structured support from our Academy Manager and consultant team, enabling you to progress in a supportive and friendly environment with a strong focus on developing junior consultants.

Role DescriptionWe provide a broad range of assessment services, including web applications and infrastructure, giving Junior OffSec Consultants the opportunity to build expertise across these areas. As a Junior OffSec Consultant you will perform formal and comprehensive penetration testing assessments, including producing full written reports to appropriate standards and within agreed deadlines. In addition, you will support client pre‐engagement activities, as well as research application and infrastructure vulnerabilities, following responsible disclosure, and sharing such findings within the team.

Responsibilities

Perform formal and comprehensive application, infrastructure and other penetration testing assessments where appropriate and required

Provide well‐written, concise, technical and non‐technical reports in English

Maintain excellent communication standards during your engagements & ensuring debriefs are offered following the process

Maintain good communication standards with your OffSec Team lead & Academy Manager

Perform vulnerability assessments and provide findings with remediation actions

Support with various client pre‐engagement interactions where appropriate and applicable

Manage and deliver applicable project activities to deadlines

Research application and infrastructure components within the wider team to identify new vulnerabilities and follow responsible disclosure

Any other appropriate job duties in line with the associated skill and experience of the post holder

Work towards achieving industry certifications and developing new Penetration testing skillsets via research and shadowing.

Skills and Experience Required

Good knowledge of application and infrastructure penetration testing

Strong understanding of OWASP, PTES and other penetration testing methodologies

Knowledge of how modern web apps are designed, developed and deployed across different platforms

Ability to program or script in your preferred language

Nice to have

Relevant security qualifications (such as OSCP, CREST CRT, TIGER)

Good knowledge and understanding of network and OS principles

Good knowledge of various operating systems

Good knowledge of virtualisation

A degree in Cybersecurity or related courses.

Personal Attributes

Excellent spoken and written English communication skills with strong attention‐to‐detail and accuracy

A customer centric mindset & approach - Willing to go above and beyond when engaging with our customers

A passion for security and networks

Analytical and problem‐solving skills with a can‐do attitude and the ability to think laterally and creatively

Self‐motivation with a commitment to continued development

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels

Willingness to learn

You'll have the opportunity to develop technical expertise across web application and infrastructure testing, work towards recognised industry certifications, and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies, tools, and security challenges in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation.

This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring cybersecurity professionals looking to launch a long‐term career in offensive security with clear development pathways, meaningful client impact, and the chance to work alongside passionate experts in a rapidly expanding business.

Department: Academy | Locations: Leeds, Remote | Status: Hybrid

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English