Junior Technical Pentest Manager

Summary

Join Bugcrowd as a Junior Technical Pentest Manager and become a trusted advisor to our customers, managing penetration testing engagements end-to-end. You will leverage your penetration testing expertise to scope tests, communicate complex security concepts, and collaborate with various teams. This high-energy role requires managing multiple priorities, working with global hackers, and ensuring successful project delivery. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at context switching, and is committed to continuous improvement. You will be responsible for generating client reports, coordinating efforts across teams, and proactively resolving issues. This is a fully remote position.

Requirements

• 1+ years experience in penetration testing or offensive security roles
• 1+ years experience in engagement or project management within a consulting or delivery-based business
• Broad understanding of multiple penetration testing methodologies, including but not limited to IoT, LLM, cryptography, network infrastructure, web applications, mobile platforms, and APIs
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, capable of tailoring messages to various audiences, from technical staff to executive leadership
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction, acting as an advocate and trusted advisor to build long-term relationships
• Ability to effectively collaborate with a diverse, global community of hackers and security professionals
• Proven ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical thinking with a proactive approach to identifying and solving complex problems
• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities in a rapidly evolving environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion without close supervision
• High levels of enthusiasm and a genuine passion for cybersecurity and offensive security practices
• Commitment to personal and professional growth, staying current with industry developments and best practices

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, understanding their needs and advocating on their behalf to ensure successful outcomes
• Manage multiple penetration testing engagements end-to-end, ensuring they are delivered on time and meet or exceed customer expectations
• Accurately scope penetration tests across various domains, including network, web applications, mobile, and APIs
• Generate client deliverable reports and update any special requests as needed
• Work closely with sales, technical sales, pen testers, crowd members, and the Hacker Success team to coordinate efforts and resources
• Effectively communicate complex offensive security concepts to a diverse range of stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences
• Engage with hackers from around the world, facilitating clear communication and collaboration across different time zones and cultures
• Operate efficiently under tight deadlines, managing multiple priorities and regularly switching contexts without compromising quality
• Proactively identify and resolve issues that arise during engagements, employing strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in offensive security, continuously seeking ways to improve processes and methodologies
• Demonstrate the ability to work with little to no supervision, taking initiative and ownership of responsibilities
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills, including open-mindedness, adaptability, and the ability to build rapport with both internal teams and external partners

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with PTaaS platforms and working with a global community of security researchers is a plus

Benefits

Remote, work-from-home 100% of the time