CareerPlan

Advanced Attack Simulation / Penetration Testing

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEFull-time2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Plan and execute realistic attack simulations and deep penetration tests in high-criticality IT environments, focusing on Red Teaming, Microsoft ecosystems (Active Directory, Azure), web applications, and enterprise networks.

Role type

Senior Penetration Tester / Red Teamer

Builds

Security assessments, vulnerability reports, and custom security tools

Domain

Cybersecurity / Offensive Security

Required skills

Penetration testing, Red Teaming, Active Directory exploitation, Web application security, Network security, Vulnerability analysis, Tool development, Risk assessment, Technical reporting, Client presentation

Preferred skills

Zero-day discovery, CVE publication, Security research, Mentoring junior team members

Technologies

Cobalt Strike, Burp Suite, BloodHound, Tenable Nessus, Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft ecosystem

Responsibilities

Plan and lead penetration tests and complex attack simulations across the full project lifecycle; Analyze vulnerabilities in networks, web apps, and AD environments; Develop and enhance internal security tools; Collaborate with client teams to uncover real security gaps; Present technical findings and risk assessments to management and technical stakeholders; Mentor less experienced team members and conduct code/review sessions.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC