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Ethical Hacker

Defencedhttps://static.whatjobs.com/static/ajCore/img/jobPosting/companyLogo/whatJobs_ob_default.png United Kingdom Posted 23 Oct 2026 Closing: 22 Nov 2026
Permanent Remote

Role Description & Technical Scope

Ethical Hacker with a passion for complex, technical challenges

Ready to join our team?

Ready to take the next step in your career as an experienced Ethical Hacker?

Do you think like a hacker and thrive on solving complex technical puzzles? Then you’re exactly the Ethical Hacker we’re looking for.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same for a Defenced Hacker. One day you’re penetration testing a complex web environment, the next you're assessing vulnerabilities in traffic control systems at a busy intersection. To wrap up the week, you grab your hack kit and see if you can talk your way into a company as part of a social engineering assignment—only to then dive into testing their internal network.

Sounds like a tall tale? Not at all. This is everyday work for a Defenced Hacker.

Your Skill Set

A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Proven experience in Ethical Hacking (5+ years)

Strong conceptual understanding of security solutions (e.g. firewalls, proxies, IDS/IPS)

Extensive hands‑on experience with Kali Linux or custom-built distributions with curated toolsets

Proficiency in at least one scripting language such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell

Relevant certifications such as GPEN, OSCP, OSWE, or OSEP

Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English, written and spoken

Ready to take the next step in your career as an experienced Ethical Hacker? At Defenced, we offer more than just a chance to sharpen your personal and technical skills—we provide a clear path to grow into a leadership role. With the right ambition and determination, you can advance to become a team lead and play a key role in strengthening and guiding our Red Team.

You’re analytical, a strong communicator, and able to plan and structure your work effectively.
You show technical leadership and collaborate well with others. You’re creative, proactive, sharp, decisive, and driven by quality.

We’re looking for you!

What You Can Expect

  • Experienced colleagues to spar with and learn from
  • A competitive monthly salary tailored to your experience and capabilities
  • A laptop, phone allowance, and a company car
  • 25 days of paid leave
  • Training and certification opportunities to support your growth
  • A healthy work-life balance, including the option to work from home
  • A background check is part of the procedure upon employment

Ethical Hacker

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 23 Oct 2026
  • Location: United Kingdom
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Workplace: Remote
  • Domain: IT & Technology
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