Penetration Tester Team Lead (Red Team) - Executive Operations

Manilla, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago
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We are seeking a highly skilled Penetration Tester Team Lead to oversee Red Team operations and simulate real-world cyberattacks across our systems, networks, and applications. You will lead a team of penetration testers and security engineers, execute advanced threat simulations, and collaborate closely with Blue Teams to harden our defenses.This role involves hands-on engagement with offensive tools (Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Cobalt Strike), creating custom exploits, guiding junior testers, and providing strategic insights to improve our security posture.Responsibilities:Lead Red Team exercises, threat simulations, and penetration testsMentor a team of ethical hackers and engineersPerform advanced adversary emulation (phishing, social engineering, etc.)Collaborate with Blue Team to evaluate detection capabilitiesReport findings with actionable remediation strategiesDevelop custom offensive tools and scriptsResearch latest vulnerabilities and APT tacticsSupport development of overall cybersecurity strategyEducate internal teams on security threats and mitigation📌 RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity, CS, or related5+ years in Pen Testing, Red Teaming, or Offensive Security2+ years in a leadership/mentorship roleOSCP, CEH, GPEN, OSWE or equivalent certificationsDeep experience with attack vectors, simulation tools, and threat modelingSolid scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, JS)Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, cloud (AWS, Azure), containers, and network exploitationExcellent written and verbal communication
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST💰 Compensation5-9/hour
Equivalent to $800-$1440/month (Full-time, 40 hrs/week)
Based on experience and final alignment

Executive Operations