As the Red Team & Offensive Security Leader, you will be responsible for shaping and driving the offensive security strategy, service offerings, and client delivery across the region. You will lead high-profile engagements, establish trusted relationships with C-suite stakeholders, and develop a world-class red team practice. In this role, you will combine executive leadership, business development, and technical oversight to position the firm as the market leader in adversarial simulation and offensive security consulting. The opportunity We’re looking for a visionary leader with proven expertise in building and leading offensive security and red team practices to join our Cyber Technology Consulting team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of adversarial simulation, guide strategic client programs at the highest level, and be part of a leading firm driving cybersecurity excellence across the region. Your key responsibilities <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;text-align:justify"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Define and drive the vision, strategy, and growth plan for the Red Team and Offensive Security practice across the region.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead high-impact client engagements, including red team, purple team, adversarial simulation, and advanced penetration testing.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and board-level executives, translating complex offensive security risks into business-relevant strategies.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Develop go-to-market strategies, build long-term client relationships, and drive significant business growth and revenue.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Oversee technical excellence in delivery, including adversary tradecraft, C2 infrastructure, malware development, and EDR/AV evasion.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ensure alignment with local regulatory frameworks (e.g., NCA ECC/DCC, ISO, PCI DSS) and global best practices (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, Diamond Model).</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Accountable for assigned accounts, client relationship management, account growth, revenue, timely project execution, invoice collection, and maintain margins etc.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Represent the firm as a thought leader at conferences and industry forums.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Mentor and grow a world-class team of offensive security professionals, from consultants to senior managers.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborate with cross-functional practices (e.g., Threat Intelligence, SOC, Cloud Security, Defensive Security) to deliver integrated cyber resilience solutions.</li> </ul> Skills and attributes for success <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;text-align:justify"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Visionary leadership with the ability to scale and globalize an offensive security practice.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong business acumen with proven P&L ownership, pipeline management, and sales execution.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Exceptional communication and presentation skills; able to engage both technical and executive stakeholders.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Deep understanding of adversary simulation methodologies, attacker TTPs, and threat modeling frameworks.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to inspire, mentor, and retain high-performing cybersecurity talent.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Innovative mindset with passion for R&D, automation, and scaling red team operations.</li> </ul> To qualify for the role, you must have <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;text-align:justify"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">12–15+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with significant leadership experience in offensive security and red teaming.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proven track record of building and leading a regional or global offensive security/red team practice.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrated experience managing large-scale adversary simulation and red team programs for government, defense, critical infrastructure, or financial services sectors.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong technical foundation with exposure to advanced offensive tradecraft (C2 frameworks, malware development, social engineering, physical intrusion, BAS tools).</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Recognized certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, OSEP, OSEE, GXPN, CRTO, SANS GWAPT, GPEN.</li> </ul> Ideally, you’ll also have <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;text-align:justify"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in driving sector-wide or national-level offensive security initiatives, including cyber ranges, red team labs, or defense-sector accreditation programs.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong network within the global cybersecurity community, enabling strategic partnerships and alliances.</li> </ul> What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;text-align:justify"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 32.0px;line-height:normal;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.</li> </ul> If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 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Senior Manager/Director - Tech Consulting - Cybersecurity - Red Team Lead - KSA (Riyadh, SA, 11391) @ EY Global Services

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