Penetration Testing Lead (m/f/d)

q.beyond AG

Köln

Híbrido

EUR 90.000 - 140.000

Jornada completa

Hace 9 días

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Currículum y carta de presentación personalizados, listos para enviar.

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Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Home office 40%

30 days vacation

Private accident insurance

Supplementary health insurance

Company pension

JobRad

Learning & certs via Udemy/LinkedIn/Sa

Family-friendly workplace

Dog-friendly office

Descripción de la vacante

q.beyond AG in Cologne seeks a Penetration Testing Lead to independently plan, execute, and lead complex tests while owning the quality and methodology of services. You will drive AI integration and automate testing within our offensive security portfolio, mentoring junior testers and engaging in presales activities.

With strong German (C1) and English (B2) skills, you will collaborate with SOC and executive leadership, translating technical findings into business risk and actionable plans.

Formación

Several years of professional experience in penetration testing and Offensive Security.
Strong hands-on expertise in network security, Active Directory, web applications, cloud security and Red Teaming.
Experience with common penetration testing tools, scripting and automation.
Strong interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its application in penetration testing, as well as in the development of innovative security solutions.
Ability to translate technical vulnerabilities into business risks and actionable recommendations for management audiences.
Experience in preparing and presenting professional penetration testing reports and executive summaries.
Entrepreneurial mindset, strong customer orientation, and an interest in presales and business development.
Enjoyment of providing technical leadership, coaching, and professional development to Junior Penetration Testers.
High level of initiative, enthusiasm for innovation, and strong communication skills.
Certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, or OSWE are considered an advantage.
At least C1 German and B2 English language skills.

Responsabilidades

Independent planning, execution, and technical leadership of complex penetration tests and Red Team assessments.
Technical responsibility for the quality, methodology, and continuous development of our penetration testing services.
Further development of our proprietary Offensive Security platform (“Offense Cockpit”).
Active integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated testing methods to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability.
Analysis of identified vulnerabilities, attack paths, and their business impact.
Preparation of high-quality penetration testing reports, executive summaries, and actionable recommendations for IT management.
Presentation of complex technical findings and their business relevance to senior management.
Technical mentoring and professional development of Junior Penetration Testers.
Contribute to Offensive Security portfolio and new service opportunities.
Support presales activities, customer workshops, proposal preparation, and customized testing scenarios.
Collaborate with SOC on Purple Teaming and continuous improvement of detection and response capabilities.
Evaluate new attack techniques and technologies and integrate innovations into the portfolio.

Conocimientos

Penetration testing

Offensive Security

Network security

Active Directory

Web applications

Cloud security

Red Teaming

Scripting

Automation

AI in security

Technical leadership

Coaching

Presales

Business development

German (C1)

English (B2)

Descripción del empleo

JOIN FORCES. MAKE DIGITALIZATION HAPPEN.

q.beyond is the leading IT partner for SMEs. We solve the technological challenges our European customers face and make their business models fit for the future. This way, we sustainably enhance our customers’ business value. We do so by implementing sovereign IT solutions and drawing on our proprietary, certified AI data centres.

Our strong team of more than 1,000 specialists combines sector expertise with technical excellence. Core focuses of our activities include public and private clouds, operating business-critical applications based on Microsoft and SAP technologies, artificial intelligence, and IT security. Publicly listed, q.beyond is present across Germany and has locations in Latvia, Spain, Romania, India, and the USA.

Design future-proof IT solutions with us asPenetration Testing Lead (m/f/d) at our location:

Cologne

YOUR TASKS:

Independent planning, execution, and technical leadership of complex penetration tests and Red Team assessments.
Technical responsibility for the quality, methodology, and continuous development of our penetration testing services.
Further development of our proprietary Offensive Security platform (“Offense Cockpit”), which supports and increasingly automates the entire penetration testing lifecycle, from planning and execution to documentation, vulnerability assessment, and reporting.
Active integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated testing methods to improve the efficiency, quality, and scalability of our Offensive Security services.
Analysis and assessment of identified vulnerabilities, attack paths, and their potential impact on our customers’ business processes.
Preparation of high-quality penetration testing reports, executive summaries, and actionable recommendations for IT management, CISOs, and executive leadership.
Presentation of complex technical findings and their business relevance to senior management and executive boards.
Technical mentoring, coaching, and professional development of our Junior Penetration Testers, including quality assurance of their work and deliverables.
Active contribution to the development of our Offensive Security portfolio, including the creation of new services and identification of additional business opportunities.
Support for presales activities, customer workshops, proposal preparation, and the design of customized testing scenarios.
Close collaboration with our Security Operations Center (SOC) on Purple Teaming activities and the continuous improvement of detection and response capabilities.
Continuous evaluation of new attack techniques, technologies, and market trends, and integration of relevant innovations into our service portfolio.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

Work-life balance: Flexible mix of working hours and work location (40% home office) for a harmonious work-life integration.
Vacation entitlement: 30 days of vacation, special leave and a sabbatical account for restful time off and relaxation.
Quality of life: private accident insurance, supplementary health insurance, extended sick pay and a company pension scheme. Focus on your mental health through the Fürstenberg Institute.
Fitness promotion: Own JobRad, virtual physiotherapy, various company running events.
Career opportunities: Numerous certification opportunities via Udemy, Linkedin Learning and SAP Learning Hub.
Professional and personal development: Our internal Academy, monthly company Learning Days, development dialogs and a leadership development program.
Family first: Baby welcome package and €1,000 bonus for the birth.
Flitzpiepen: Daycare center closed? Don't worry - there are family-friendly workplaces with play facilities for your offspring.
Dog Office: Office space where dogs are welcome, for a relaxed working atmosphere.

Some of our benefits are location-based.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Several years of professional experience in penetration testing and Offensive Security, ideally within a consulting or professional services environment.
Strong hands‑on expertise in areas such as network security, Active Directory, web applications, cloud security, and Red Teaming.
Experience with common penetration testing tools, scripting, and automation.
Strong interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its application in penetration testing, as well as in the development of innovative security solutions.
Ability to translate technical vulnerabilities into business risks and actionable recommendations suitable for management audiences.
Experience in preparing and presenting professional penetration testing reports and executive summaries.
Entrepreneurial mindset, strong customer orientation, and an interest in presales and business development.
Enjoyment of providing technical leadership, coaching, and professional development to Junior Penetration Testers.
High level of initiative, enthusiasm for innovation, and strong communication skills.
Certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, or OSWE are considered an advantage.
At least C1 German and B2 English language skills.