Managing Consultant – Offensive Security at Thales

Forrest, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Offensive Security, Team Leadership, Commercial Acumen, Pre-sales, Stakeholder Management, Client Engagement, OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, Resource Management, Strategic Planning, Technical Oversight, Delivery Quality Management

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s 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 what’s possible. From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s 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 6,000 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 YOU’LL 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. We’ll 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 http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t 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. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here. We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone. Read more about our WORK180 endorsement. Interested in finding out more about Thales and why you should join us? Say HI* to new career opportunities.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of offensive security consultants to ensure high-quality delivery and sustainable practice growth. Balance technical oversight with commercial accountability, overseeing pre-sales activities and strategic capability uplift.