Head of Offensive Security

Head of Offensive Security

Salary: £90,000 - £120,000 per annum
Location: Hybrid - London - 1-2 days per month

Join an established, global consultancy renowned for delivering exceptional cybersecurity services to high-profile clients. As Head of Offensive Security, you will combine hands-on expertise with strategic leadership, shaping a top-tier team and working on some of the most challenging and rewarding engagements in the industry.

Head of Offensive Security - Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of skilled penetration testers, ensuring the delivery of engaging, high-quality assessments across complex client environments.
• Contribute directly to advanced technical projects, including red teaming, adversary simulations, and application security testing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear, actionable insights and strategic guidance on improving security.
• Refine and innovate internal methodologies and tools to keep the consultancy at the cutting edge of offensive security.
• Leverage best practices, training and development programmes and share experiences to foster a culture of excellence and growth.

Head of Offensive Security - Requirements:

• Proven expertise in penetration testing, with a minimum of three years in a leadership or management role.
• Advanced knowledge of offensive security tools, techniques, and enterprise technologies, including Active Directory, cloud platforms, and bespoke payload development.
• Strong understanding of industry frameworks and standards such as MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP, and NIST.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical findings to technical and executive stakeholders.
• Industry-recognised certifications such as CSTL or CCT are highly desirable.

If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply directly or email your CV.

Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.