Offensive Security Manager (Red Team)

Offensive Security Manager – (Red Team) 

Salary: National circa £95,000 London circa £125,000 
Locations: Bristol, Norwich, Perth, York, or London 

Do you thrive on challenge and want to lead from the front in cyber security? 

This is a great opportunity for someone with hands-on red teaming or offensive security experience who is currently leading or wanting to step up to manage a red team. 

If you’re passionate about protecting people and systems and want to shape the future of cyber defence at scale – this could be your next big move. 

A bit about the job: 

You’ll lead our internal Red Team – a group of skilled offensive security professionals who simulate real-world threats to test and strengthen Aviva’s cyber defences.  

You’ll design and deliver advanced attack scenarios, collaborate with blue teams and threat intelligence, and provide strategic insights to senior leaders. 

This role is all about staying ahead of emerging threats and helping us build a more resilient future. 

You’ll also have the freedom to shape the team’s direction – from growing capability to evolving our attack emulation services. It’s a chance to make a real impact on how we protect millions of customers. 

Skills and experience we’re looking for: 

• Several years of hands-on experience in Offensive Security, including red teaming or penetration testing 

• Strong leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and building high-performing teams 

• Deep knowledge of threat emulation frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, and experience with tools such as Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, or BloodHound 

• Proficient in scripting and automation (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash), and experienced in phishing and social engineering techniques 

• Certified in CCSAM, OSCP, CRTO, OSEP (or similar), with experience in Threat-Led Penetration Testing aligned to CBEST, STAR-FS, or DORA).  

• Experience in a regulated or government environment would be an advantage 

What you’ll get for this role:  

Our purpose – with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you.   

We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.  

• Salary: National circa £95,000 London circa £125,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)  

• Bonus opportunity –12% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.  

• Generous pension scheme – Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in  

• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days  

• Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it  

• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts  

• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme  

• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave  

• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work  

• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others  

• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools  

  
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Aviva is for everyone:  

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. 

Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we’d still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.  

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week – combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.  

To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here  

We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job.  

Once you’ve applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we’ll interview you.     

We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Kirthi a call on +447387534297 or send an email to kirthi.kanikireddy@aviva.com