Penetration Test Manager in London

This is an opportunity for an experienced penetration tester to step into a senior, people‑led role while still staying close to technical delivery. You’ll take ownership of a security testing service line, managing senior testers, overseeing delivery quality, and acting as a trusted point of contact for clients. Working fully remotely, you’ll have the autonomy to shape how the service operates, influence standards and processes, and focus on leadership rather than hands‑on testing day in, day out. If you’re looking to move beyond pure delivery into a role with real ownership, visibility, and progression, this offers the chance to do exactly that.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the security testing service line
Line manage senior penetration testers, including PDRs and development
Own team utilisation, capacity planning, and workload management
Run morning calls and oversee day‑to‑day delivery
Act as escalation point for complex technical or client issues
Scope penetration testing engagements and support client conversations
Ensure consistent quality and standards across all testing engagements
Skills/Must have:
Strong background in penetration testing
Experience operating at senior or lead tester level
Previous people management or delivery leadership experience
Confident scoping and managing client engagements
Strong understanding of consultancy delivery and utilisation models
Excellent communication skills with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Fully remote working
Opportunity to shape and grow a security testing service line
Leadership role with reduced hands‑on testing
Clear progression within a specialist cyber security environment
Support for professional certifications and badges