Lead Penetration Tester – Security Testing Expert

XPT Software; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Lead Specialist in Security Testing to drive high-assurance assessments across customer systems. You will lead advanced penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and secure code reviews, guiding a team of experts to deliver results with real-world impact.

As a technical SME, you will shape testing strategy, mentor junior staff, and translate complex findings into clear business risk insights for decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a Security Testing role.
• Certification is mandatory.
• Lead and deliver high-complexity, high-assurance security assessments across Customer’s systems.
• Provide authoritative technical leadership as a SME in security testing and secure development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-complexity security assessments across customer systems.
• Provide authoritative technical leadership as SME in security testing.
• Evaluate system protections and advise on security posture.
• Identify vulnerabilities, exploit paths, and attack vectors.
• Translate findings into actionable business risk insights.
• Drive security testing strategy, standards, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and uplift capability across senior and junior team members.
• Balance security with business objectives and timelines.
• Fulfil Health, Safety, and Environment responsibilities.

Skills

Security testing

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Source code security reviews

Threat modelling

Job description

XPT Software in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Lead Specialist in Security Testing to drive high-assurance assessments across customer systems. You will lead advanced penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and secure code reviews, guiding a team of experts to deliver results with real-world impact.

As a technical SME, you will shape testing strategy, mentor junior staff, and translate complex findings into clear business risk insights for decision-makers.