Managing Consultant Offensive Security

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Benefits

In addition to interesting, engaging opportunities that impact at scale, and ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, Thales Cyber can offer you:

• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program
• Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• The day off on your birthday each year
• Novated lease options
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
• Sonder – Welling and Support partner

Our Team

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy. Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

Your Role

Join a growing and highly respected cyber security practice where you'll combine deep offensive security expertise with strategic leadership, client advisory and business growth responsibilities.

As the Managing Consultant - Offensive Security, you'll lead a team of talented security specialists while working directly with senior stakeholders to solve complex security challenges. Beyond delivery leadership, you'll help shape the future direction of the practice through capability development, service innovation, market engagement and strategic growth initiatives. This is an opportunity for a consulting leader who wants greater influence, visibility and ownership while continuing to work on complex and high-impact cyber security engagements.

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing offensive security consulting team, creating clear career pathways and supporting professional growth
• Oversee the delivery of penetration testing, red teaming and other offensive security engagements, ensuring quality, consistency and client satisfaction
• Partner with clients to understand security challenges, provide expert guidance and help improve their cyber resilience
• Support business growth through pre-sales activities, solution design, scoping and commercial decision-making
• Drive continuous improvement across the practice by enhancing methodologies, tools, knowledge sharing and specialist security capabilities.

Your Experience

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Proven experience leading and mentoring technical consulting or cyber security teams
• Deep expertise in offensive security, penetration testing, red teaming, or related cyber security disciplines
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes
• Experience supporting client engagements, solution design, scoping, and pre-sales activities
• A commitment to continuous learning, capability development and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Relevant cyber security qualifications, certifications (such as OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, CRTO or GXPN), and leadership experience will be highly regarded

Australian Defence Roles & Security

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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