Lead Offensive Security Penetration Testing Manager

Ernst & Young Oman; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 145,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Manager in Attack & Penetration Testing to lead advanced offensive security engagements across internet, intranet, wireless, and cloud environments. You will mentor teams, deliver high-quality client reports, and drive improvements in security posture while staying current with threats and techniques.

The role requires a strong background in penetration testing, red/purple team exercises, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology, Engineering or a related major with a minimum of 6+ years of related work experience or a Master’s degree and approximately 3-4+ years of related work experience in penetration testing which includes internet, intranet, web application penetration tests, wireless, social engineering, Red Team, and Purple team assessments.
• Experience in managing and executing penetration testing projects.
• Experience with manual attack and penetration testing.
• Experience in establishing and managing Red Team or application penetration testing programs.
• Experience with scripting / programming skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Java, Perl etc).
• Updated and familiarized with the latest exploits and security trends.
• Experience to lead a technical team to conduct remote and on-site penetration testing within defined rules of engagement.
• Proficient in overseeing multiple attack and penetration testing projects simultaneously while effectively navigating strict deadlines.
• Familiarity to perform network penetration testing in stealth manner.
• Any two of the following certifications: OSCP, OSWP, GPEN, GWAPT, OSCE, OSEE, GXPN, CISSP, CISM, PMP, CREST Certified Simulated Attack Manager
• A driver’s license valid in the U.S
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to enterprise environments.
• Lead technical teams in penetration testing, red team, and purple team exercises.
• Deliver clear, concise, actionable reports to technical and executive audiences.
• Mentor senior and junior analysts and foster a collaborative culture.
• Stay informed on cyber threat trends and represent EY at industry events.

Skills

Penetration testing

Red Team

Purple Team

Team leadership

Report writing

Client engagement

Wireless testing

Cloud security

Threat analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Job description

EY is seeking a Manager in Attack & Penetration Testing to lead advanced offensive security engagements across internet, intranet, wireless, and cloud environments. You will mentor teams, deliver high-quality client reports, and drive improvements in security posture while staying current with threats and techniques.

The role requires a strong background in penetration testing, red/purple team exercises, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and executives.