Associate Security Consultants - Training &

Associate Security Consultant - This is your launchpad into ethical hacking Manchester – Office-based during probation, then hybrid At NCC Group, our incredible Technical Assurance division is looking for Associate Security Consultants to embark on a journey of growth and development. Kicking off on the 19th of January 2026 , you will be based in our Manchester office where you will work with and learn from some of the best minds in the industry. This opportunity is available to candidates from various backgrounds and specialisms, whether you are changing careers or looking to move into another area of Cyber Security. Our industry-renowned and awarded training program will teach you to perform web application security assessment, network and infrastructure testing, applied research, consultancy skills, and more. You will propel your career and be on the fast track to becoming a full fledge Penetration Tester (aka Security Consultant). The wealth of experience and knowledge available to learn from is invaluable and can often lead to you finding interests in cyber security that you didn’t know you had. You’ll spend your first 6 months in our Manchester office engaging in structured learning, a mix of guided classroom sessions, 1:1 mentoring, and self-paced modules You’ll be paired with experienced consultants who guide your technical development and help you build consultancy soft skills, from client communication to report writing You’ll work through real-world scenarios using tools like Burp Suite, Kali Linux, and custom NCC Group platforms. Expect to learn manual testing techniques alongside automated approaches You’ll observe live client engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, threat models, and testing methodologies Midway through the programme, you’ll deliver a graduation project; Regular check-ins and performance reviews throughout, will ensure you’re progressing technically and professionally, with clear milestones and support. Deliver a graduation project that demonstrates technical depth and presentation skills On successful completion of the training you will sit an industry wide qualification (such as CRT or CSTM) before commencing billable client facing work. Build a strong foundation in penetration testing and consultancy, ready to specialise or broaden into other areas of cyber security. A successful Associate Has a good level of English command, both written and spoken You’ll bring genuine passion for cyber security, and ideally, you will have some degree of experience or exposure in at least 3 of the following: Pen testing, web dev frameworks (React, Flask, etc.) Networking (TCP/IP, routing/switching) OS internals (Windows, Linux, MacOS) Hardware testing, including embedded systems, firmware analysis, or physical device security Programming (Python, Java, C#, etc.) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Security tools (Burp Suite, etc.) At NCC Group, our mission is to create a more secure digital future. Our teams partner with clients across a multitude of industries, delving into, securing new products, and emerging technologies, as well as solving complex security problems. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for learning and development, and career growth. We have a high-performance culture balanced with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits: ~⏰ Flexible working ~ Financial & Investment: Pension, Life Assurance, Share Save Scheme ~ Maternity & Paternity leave ~ Community & Volunteering Programmes ~ Employee Referral Program ~ If you don’t hear back from us within 10 days, please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for future vacancies and encourage you to keep an eye on our career opportunities. All personal data is held in accordance with the . We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. This role may involve work on government-related projects requiring security clearance. Have unrestricted and permanent right to work in the UK (e.g. Have been continuously resident in the UK for the past five years , to meet the baseline criteria for Security Check (SC) clearance. While not all projects require clearance, the nature of the work means we can only consider candidates who meet these criteria.