Managing Consultant - Offensive Security (Assurance)

ClearCompany; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 153,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity consultancy is seeking a Managing Consultant - Offensive Security to provide operational and technical leadership in Sydney. The successful candidate will manage delivery teams and client engagements while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. This role offers a competitive salary and the flexibility to work from home, alongside opportunities for technical growth and mentorship.

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Career development and training programs

Certification sponsorship

Qualifications

• 4+ years in offensive security roles, ideally in consulting.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring technical teams.
• Advanced penetration testing skills across various environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Offensive Security team.
• Oversee multiple client engagements, ensuring delivery excellence.
• Lead and mentor consultants through technical reviews.

Skills

Offensive security

Technical leadership

Penetration testing

Communication skills

Resource management

Education

Relevant security certifications (OSCP, OSCE, etc.)

Job description

Overview

Lead a high-performing offensive security team while staying hands-on in delivery with one of Australia's leading cyber consultancies.

Join an ASX-listed cybersecurity leader with a reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Enjoy genuine hybrid flexibility, combining hands-on technical leadership with the ability to work from home and collaborate with a high-performing Sydney-based team.

About the Company

Our client is a leading Australian cybersecurity consultancy, trusted by hundreds of enterprise organisations to protect their digital environments. With a large and growing national team of cybersecurity specialists, they deliver end-to-end security solutions across offensive and defensive services, risk and compliance, and managed security operations.

They pride themselves on a hands-on technical culture, combining deep expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to delivery excellence. The company offers strong leadership, genuine flexibility, and a people-first environment where consultants are supported to grow technically and professionally.

The Opportunity

As a Managing Consultant - Offensive Security, you\'ll play a pivotal operational and technical leadership role within the assurance (offensive security) division.

You'll lead by example, managing delivery teams, overseeing multiple concurrent client engagements, and ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes across all projects. This is a hands-on position that blends technical excellence in penetration testing with team leadership and operational management.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can guide others, optimise delivery, and still stay close to the tools, this is your role.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Offensive Security team, ensuring delivery excellence and optimal resource utilisation.
• Oversee multiple client engagements, managing timelines, quality, and technical outcomes.
• Lead and mentor consultants through technical reviews, project guidance, and professional development.
• Conduct and review advanced penetration testing and assurance engagements.
• Maintain and improve internal processes, methodologies, and quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership to execute practice objectives and strategic goals.

About You

You're a seasoned offensive security professional with proven experience leading technical teams. You're hands-on, delivery-focused, and driven by a passion for helping your team, and your clients succeed. You'll bring:

• 4+ years in offensive security roles, ideally in consulting.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring technical teams.
• Advanced penetration testing skills across enterprise, application, network, and cloud environments.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and methodologies (CREST, OSCP, OSCE, OSEP, CRTO, etc.).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A passion for operational excellence, delivery quality, and continuous improvement.

Certifications: OSCP, OSCE, OSEP, CRTO, CREST CRT/CCT or equivalent are highly regarded.

Why Join This Company?

• Join one of Australia\'s largest dedicated cyber practices with a strong technical culture.
• Work with elite offensive security professionals and industry leaders.
• Enjoy genuine flexibility, hybrid work, and leadership support.
• Access career development, training programs, and certification sponsorship.
• Be part of a people-centric organisation that values growth, balance, and excellence.

Location: Sydney
Salary: $180,000 + Super
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Ready to lead from the front?
Apply now to join a high-performing cybersecurity team where technical depth and leadership go hand-in-hand.