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Cyber Security - eDV Required
QinetiQ
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Source date: 10/19/2026
About this role
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits Location: Malvern Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to groundbreaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Cyber Specialist at our Malvern site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds. We have a range of opportunities avaiable and welcome applications from all levels of experience. The Role: As a Cyber Specialist you will join a team providing cutting edge solutions in real-time operational mission environments . Day-to-day, you will be working within a team who work with the latest innovations, providing solutions to complex problems. Planning and executing advanced red team engagements, simulating real-world attack scenarios to assess and enhance the organisation's security posture. Your responsibilities will include: • Identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in infrastructure, applications, and operational processes • Developing realistic attack scenarios, leveraging tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) from real-world adversaries • Bypassing defensive measures such as firewalls, EDRs, IDS/IPS, and other security tools to compromise target systems Essential experience of the Cyber Specialist: • A good understanding of national security expectations and personal security behaviours • Knowledge of Windows security telemetry and associated evasion techniques ( Kernel Callbacks, Minifilter drivers, ETW Ti, etc. • Proficient understanding of Kernel and User-mode implant technology. • Expertise in covert communication techniques for evading detection • Experience in testing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations • Familiarity with common red team and offensive security tools (e.g., Cobalt Strike) • In-depth knowledge of Windows security internals and key security mechanisms (e.g., Credential Guard, Protected Process Light, etc.) Desirable experience for the Cyber Specialist: • Previous experience of working in a national security environment/culture • Defence experience or experience of working in cultures driven by mission focus and expertise • Prior experience of cyber operations • Ability to understand synthetic environments, modelling and simulation • Previous war gaming experience Essential qualifications for the Cyber Specialist: • Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE3) • CREST Certified Red Team Specialist (CCRTS) We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. This role is 37 hours per week based at our Malvern site and is fully on-site. Travel to other sites will be required. Please note eDV clearance will be required for this role. Malvern The Malvern facility is noted for its work in electronic warfare, surveillance and complex system integration, contributing significantly to the UK’s defence capabilities. Developing technologies for military and civilian applications, including sensors, communications and cyber security Why Join QinetiQ? As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq Our Benefits • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance • Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days • Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance • Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more • We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme • Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community Our Recruitment Process: We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels value, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in. For further information on National Security Vetting please see link below UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) GBNS