Managing Consultant – Offensive Security

Thales


Job Location:

Canberra - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 5 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Thales we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure sustainable and inclusive and that its 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 whats possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space were driving progress in some of the worlds 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 Wellbeing & Support Partner

ABOUT THALES

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 more than 6000 experts and developers worldwide. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance health retail and manufacturing as well as critical sectors such as aerospace defence critical infrastructure and space.

YOUR ROLE

As a Managing Security Consultant within Offensive Security you will lead the consulting team across both delivery and commercial outcomes ensuring high-quality engagements strong client relationships and sustainable practice growth. You will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team overseeing delivery standards and contributing to the strategic direction of the offensive security capability. This role balances technical oversight people leadership and commercial accountability positioning you as a key leader within the broader cyber practice.

  • Lead and manage a team of offensive security consultants across all levels
  • Drive delivery quality ensuring engagements are well-scoped and executed
  • Act as an escalation point for complex technical and client issues
  • Lead and support pre-sales activities including scoping proposals and pricing
  • Manage team utilisation pipeline visibility and resourcing
  • Contribute to offensive security strategy capability uplift and go-to-market
  • Foster a high-performing inclusive and engaged team culture
  • Support thought leadership community engagement and industry presence
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to align delivery and commercial outcomes

WHAT YOULL BRING

  • Strong background in offensive security at senior or principal level
  • Technical credibility across offensive security domains (e.g. OWASP MITRE ATT&CK)
  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing technical teams
  • Strong commercial acumen including utilisation pricing and delivery risk
  • Experience in pre-sales client engagement and stakeholder management
  • Ability to influence and communicate with senior stakeholders including CISOs
  • Strong decision-making capability balancing client team and commercial needs
  • Relevant qualifications or equivalent industry experience e.g. OSCP OSEP OSWE CRTO CRTP or similar
  • Australian citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied you will receive an email acknowledging your application. Well then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress through the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment you will be required to complete pre-employment checks including police and medical checks where applicable.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you dont 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. Were committed to supporting a diverse workplace and that starts here.

Were proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women but we know theres always more we can do. Well 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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