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Penetration Testing Lead (m/w/d), Köln

Köln, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead the planning, execution, and technical steering of complex penetration tests and Red-Team assessments while developing an Offensive-Security platform.

Role type

Senior IC Penetration Testing Lead (Offensive Security)

Builds

Offensive-Security platform (Offense Cockpit) and automated testing services

Domain

IT Security / Offensive Security / Cloud Security

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Penetration Testing, Red Teaming, Network Security, Active Directory, Web Application Security, Cloud Security, Scripting, Automation, AI integration, Vulnerability Assessment, Executive Reporting, Presales, Team Coaching

Preferred skills

OSCP, OSEP, OSWE certifications, C1 German, B2 English

Technologies

Offense Cockpit, AI tools, Pentesting frameworks

Responsibilities

Plan and execute penetration tests and Red-Team assessments; Develop and enhance the Offensive-Security platform; Integrate AI and automation into testing methods; Analyze vulnerabilities and business impacts; Present technical results to management; Coach and develop junior testers; Contribute to presales and new service development; Collaborate with SOC on Purple Teaming.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities