Penetration Tester - AI, LLM

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment
  • May 12, 2026
Contractor Telecommunications

Job Description

Your new role
We're supporting a leading global organisation seeking an experienced Senior Penetration Tester to drive high-impact security testing across a large, complex application estate.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Lead manual penetration testing and vulnerability research across critical applications.
  • Apply AI-assisted techniques to enhance bug discovery and prioritisation.
  • Identify and validate complex exploit paths, including attack chaining.
  • Work closely with engineering teams to enable effective remediation.
  • Help define and embed repeatable testing standards and security guardrails.
  • Proven track record as a Senior Penetration Tester/Offensive Security Consultant.
  • Familiarity with modern tooling.
  • Exposure to AI-supported security testing techniques is a strong advantage.
  • Ability to operate autonomously and influence security outcomes at scale.

What you'll get in return

  • Access to market leading technologies.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.

What you need to do now

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