Lead Penetration Tester

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Penetration Testing Lead to conduct and lead advanced offensive security engagements. The role involves performing comprehensive security assessments, penetration testing, red team exercises, and application security reviews across various environments to identify vulnerabilities and assess security risks.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, scope, and lead security assessments for networks, web applications, mobile applications, and cloud environments.
• Conduct advanced penetration testing and red team exercises to simulate real-world cyber threats.
• Analyze security findings and provide clear, prioritized remediation recommendations.
• Review and validate assessment results to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Understand security requirements and define testing scope.
• Prepare detailed technical reports outlining vulnerabilities, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Provide recommendations to improve security posture, incident response readiness, and compliance alignment.
• Present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior security consultants.
• Lead engagements and ensure timely delivery of assessments.

About you

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Penetration Testing, Red Teaming, and Application Security.
• Strong experience in Web, Mobile, Network, and Cloud Security Assessments.
• Deep understanding of offensive security methodologies and frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
• Proficiency with vulnerability assessment and exploitation tools.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, security architectures, and compliance standards.
• Experience leading security assessment projects and reviewing technical deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.