Red Team Manager

Red Team Manager – Cyber Security Operations

Package: Competitive basic salary, car & bonus

Cybersecurity Operations, part of Cyber Security within GIS, are responsible for the core NIST Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover capabilities that drive our cybersecurity defence-in-depth model. The team operates around the clock to keep Computacenter secure from internal and external cybersecurity threats. This includes leading, developing, and executing realistic and targeted attack simulations against our organisation's infrastructure, applications, and personnel.

Reporting to the Cyber Security Operations Director, this role is crucial to identifying weaknesses, validating security controls, and improving our overall cyber resilience. The role requires deep technical expertise in offensive security methodologies, exceptional leadership and communication skills, and a passion for simulating real-world threats and identifying vulnerabilities and weakness in Computacenter’s security posture.

What you’ll do

Leadership

• Lead, and maintain a high-performing Red Team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.

Red Team Strategy

• Develop and execute comprehensive Red Team strategies and scenarios based on current threat intelligence and organisational risk assessments.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct realistic attack simulations to identify vulnerabilities and assess the effectiveness of security controls.

Planning and Execution

• Develop and manage the overall strategy for red team engagements, including defining objectives, scope, and timelines.
• You will oversee the execution of simulated attacks, ensuring they are realistic and align with Computacenter’s security goals.
• You will stay informed about the latest offensive security techniques, tools, and trends to ensure your team's capabilities remain relevant and effective.

Reporting and Communication

• Develop comprehensive reports detailing the findings of red team engagements, including vulnerabilities, attack paths, and recommendations for remediation.
• You will communicate these findings to stakeholders, including technical teams and executive leadership.

What you’ll need

• Proven leadership and coordination skills with the ability to direct and motivate teams during high-pressure situations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical details to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Relevant industry certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN), or similar advanced offensive security certifications are highly desirable.
• 10 years of demonstrable experience in penetration testing and/or Red Teaming, with experience leading technical teams.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic Red Team plans aligned with organisational risk and business objectives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and simulate real-world attack scenarios.
• Deep understanding of offensive security methodologies, penetration testing frameworks (e.g., OWASP, PTES), and attack lifecycle.
• Extensive experience with a wide range of offensive security tools and techniques (e.g., Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Burp Suite, Nmap, Kali Linux).
• Proven ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in various systems, networks, and applications.
• A strong understanding of ethical hacking principles and responsible disclosure practices