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Penetration Testing Team Lead
Overview
A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Penetration Testing Team Lead to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level role focused on driving penetration testing, red team operations, and cyber resilience. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse.
Role and Responsibilities
Lead red team and penetration testing activities across the organisation.
Plan and execute network, application, and social engineering assessments.
Collaborate with SOC and vendors on purple team exercises.
Identify and report on security risks, supporting remediation efforts.
Manage red team tooling and test platforms.
Work with tech teams to improve cyber defences and detection capabilities.
Deliver clear, executive-level reporting from technical findings.
Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and attack methods.
Skills and Experience
3+ years in penetration testing or red team operations.
Strong understanding of APT tactics, evasion techniques, and system architecture.
Experience with red/purple team tools and automated testing platforms.
Solid grasp of blue team strategies, SIEM tools, and incident response.
Skilled in writing concise reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge of cyber risk frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
Package:
Circa £75,000 + Excellent Package
Excellent benefits package
London / Hybrid x3 days onsite
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