Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations

ASOS.com; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online fashion retailer is seeking an Offensive Security Specialist to enhance their security posture. The role involves threat hunting, penetration testing, and collaboration with cyber teams to identify and mitigate security risks. Ideal candidates will have practical experience in ethical hacking and strong problem-solving skills, along with a passion for mentoring. This position offers opportunities for personal development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Employee discount

Personal development opportunities

Employee sample sales

Access to LinkedIn learning materials

25 days paid annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical care scheme

Qualifications

• Practical experience in ethical hacking and penetration testing.
• Able to communicate technical findings clearly.
• Comfortable working with modern security tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat hunting and penetration testing.
• Collaborate with defensive teams to enhance security.
• Develop and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations

Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations

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Company Description

We’re ASOS, the online retailer for fashion lovers all around the world.

Company Description

We’re ASOS, the online retailer for fashion lovers all around the world.

We exist to give our customers the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you’re free to be your true self without judgement, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.

But how are we showing up? We’re proud members of Inclusive Companies, are Disability Confident Committed and have signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and we placed 8th in the Inclusive Top 50 Companies Employer list.

Everyone needs some help showing up as their best self. Let our Talent team know if you need any adjustments throughout the process in whatever way works best for you.

Job Description

The Details

ASOS is recruiting for an Offensive Security Specialist within the SOC. This role will report into the SOC and IR Manager. This role will be key to leading offensive security assessments that strengthens defence capabilities for ASOS. Working closely with the cyber teams you'll identify security weaknesses, validate detection mechanisms, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance our security posture. You'll will contribute to the SOC team’s continuous validation and improvement in security controls and detection capabilities.

The role will involve the following

• Threat Hunting - Proactively searching for signs of malicious activity within the network, identifying threats that might go undetected by automated systems.
• Penetration Testing - Simulating real-world attacks to test the effectiveness of security controls and identify weaknesses.
• Red Teaming - Engaging in adversarial simulations to assess the organisation's overall security posture and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaboration with Defensive Teams - Working closely with defensive security teams to share insights, improve detection capabilities, and enhance incident response processes.
• Developing Offensive Security Strategies - Designing and implementing strategies to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
• Endpoint monitoring, contribute to incidents through to resolution and root cause analysis.
• Malware Analysis and investigation.
• Contribute to processes and SOPS.
• Developing and mentoring junior team members to improve their skills and capabilities, along with wider knowledge transfer to other security and non-security teams to help build a culture of cyber security in departments.
• Maintain awareness of real-world cyber security threats and engage in the innovation of new analytic methods for proactively detecting threats.
• Available for on-call Rota for escalated Security Incidents
  
  
  

On-Call Requirements

• The role includes on-call duties on a 4-week rota basis. You will be required to be available for on-call shifts, ensuring prompt response to emergencies and urgent situations.
• Flexibility and reliability are essential for this aspect of the role.
  
  
  

Qualifications

About You

• Practical experience in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and red team methodologies
• Familiar with industry-recognized frameworks for threat simulation and defence
• Able to communicate technical findings and remediation strategies clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Skilled in producing accurate and well-structured reports and presentations
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive and collaborative mindset
• Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• Experience contributing to threat detection efforts, including identifying malicious activity and fine-tuning detection logic
• Comfortable working with modern security tools and enterprise environments
• Committed to continuous learning and passionate about mentoring and developing others
  
  
  

Additional Information

BeneFITS’

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
• Employee sample sales
• Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Retail

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