Senior Offensive Security Engineer
We are seeking a Senior Offensive Security Engineer to lead sophisticated security assessments and help strengthen the resilience of critical technology environments. In this role, you will plan and execute authorised penetration tests across web applications, APIs, cloud platforms, networks, endpoints, and internal infrastructure. You will identify vulnerabilities, validate their impact through controlled exploitation, and produce clear, actionable reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
You will work closely with engineering, architecture, infrastructure, and security teams to improve defensive capabilities and embed secure design principles throughout the development lifecycle. Responsibilities include conducting red team and adversary emulation exercises, developing proof-of-concept exploits and custom tooling, reviewing security controls, and supporting threat modelling and attack-surface assessments. You will also help define testing methodologies, improve automation, mentor less experienced practitioners, and contribute to the continuous development of offensive security standards and procedures.
The successful candidate will have substantial professional experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or offensive security, with strong knowledge of common attack techniques, vulnerability classes, and security testing frameworks. Hands-on expertise in areas such as web application security, cloud security, Active Directory, identity systems, network protocols, scripting, and command-line tooling is expected. Experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, BloodHound, or equivalent technologies is desirable. Professional certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, CRTO, or CREST are advantageous. You should be an excellent communicator, capable of explaining complex findings clearly, exercising sound judgement, and working collaboratively while maintaining a responsible and ethical approach to security testing.
Senior Offensive Security Engineer
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