Offensive security and researcher Team leader

Are you passionate about staying one step ahead of cyber threats? Do you thrive at the intersection of deep technical expertise and strategic leadership?
We're looking for an exceptional Offensive Security & Research Team Leader to drive cutting-edge offensive operations, lead a team of elite security professionals, and shape the future of cyber resilience.

In this role, you'll lead hands-on red team activities, threat research, and vulnerability discovery—pushing the boundaries of what's possible in cyber offense. You will work closely with product, engineering, and executive stakeholders to translate complex attack scenarios into real-world risk mitigation strategies.

This is more than a leadership position—it's an opportunity to build and scale a high-impact team at the forefront of the cybersecurity landscape

Responsibilities:

Lead a high-performing offensive security team specializing in red teaming, threat emulation, advanced adversary simulation, and vulnerability research.
Mentor and grow team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence.
Promote a culture of innovation, encouraging curiosity and technical excellence within the team.
Translate technical discoveries into operational insights that enhance offensive engagements and deliver clear value to clients
Collaborate cross-functionally with EY's cyber offensive and defensive teams
Develop and maintain internal tools and methodologies that enhance offensive capabilities, automation, and reporting accuracy.
Design and execute tailored offensive engagements, including full-scope red team operations, assumed breach scenarios, and social engineering campaigns.

Requirements:

5+ years of hands-on experience in offensive security operations (e.g., red teaming, exploitation, adversary simulation)
2+ years of experience leading technical teams or complex offensive security projects
Proven expertise in advanced attack techniques, including privilege escalation, lateral movement, evasion, and persistence
Strong background in vulnerability research, exploit development, or reverse engineering
Strong developing and automation skills
Familiarity with EDR, SIEM, and modern detection mechanisms – and how to bypass them
Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable business insights
Experience in client-facing roles, including presentations to senior stakeholders
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills