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Graduate Security Consultant / Penetration Tester - Bristol - £28,000-34,000We're looking for a motivated graduate to join a cyber consultancy team in Bristol and begin building a career in security consulting and penetration testing, with structured mentorship and training from day one.This is a genuine entry point into the industry - not just a support role, but a proper foundation for a long-term career in offensive security. What you'll be doing: Carrying out security assessments and vulnerability scans across client systems, networks and applicationsTaking part in penetration testing engagements under guidance and supervision, helping identify and exploit vulnerabilities in client environmentsAnalysing security risks and contributing to recommendations that help clients strengthen their security postureKeeping up to date with relevant security regulations and compliance standards, and supporting clients in meeting themProducing clear, well-structured reports covering findings, assessments and recommended actionsCommunicating findings to clients in a way that's accessible and easy to understand, even for non-technical stakeholdersSupporting incident response activities and handling proceduresContinuously building your knowledge of security tools, techniques and emerging trends Key skills and experience needed: Experience with Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap or other security testing toolsA Bachelor's degree, ideally in a STEM subjectA genuine interest in and understanding of technology and information security conceptsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilityGood communication and presentation skillsComfortable working both independently on client sites and as part of a wider teamA real appetite to learn and develop technicallyAny relevant certifications, projects or internships in cyber security or computer science are a bonus, though not essential Why this roleThis is a rare opportunity to start your security career somewhere that genuinely invests in graduates - with structured mentorship from senior consultants, funded certifications and training, and exposure to varied, high-impact projects across some of the most security-conscious sectors in the UK. Rather than sitting on the sidelines, you'll be actively involved in real client engagements from early on, with a clear path to grow into a fully-fledged penetration tester or security consultant. If you're a recent graduate who's serious about breaking into cyber security and wants to learn from experienced practitioners in a genuinely supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.