Security Test Lead

Security Testing Practice Lead | £80-85k | London (Hybrid)

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We're working with a growing cyber security consultancy looking to hire a Security Testing Practice Lead to take ownership of their security testing function.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical delivery with practice growth, team development, and client engagement - ideal for someone who wants to step into (or is already operating at) a leadership level while still staying close to the tech.
Salary: £80-85,000
Location: London (2 days onsite)
The Role:
You'll be responsible for leading and scaling the security testing practice, ensuring high-quality delivery across engagements while shaping the future direction of the service offering.
This includes owning delivery standards, supporting commercial activity, and mentoring a team of testers - all while remaining hands-on where needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the security testing practice (services, tooling, methodologies)
Oversee delivery across testing engagements (web, infra, cloud, etc.)
Ensure quality, consistency, and technical excellence across all outputs
Support pre-sales, scoping and client engagement activities
Manage team utilisation, capacity, and performance
Mentor and develop testers, driving a strong technical culture
Contribute to practice growth and new service development
Key Skills & Experince:
Strong background in penetration testing / security testing (CHECK or equivalent)
Experience leading or mentoring teams (or ready to step up)
Ability to engage with clients and support commercial discussions
Strong reporting and stakeholder communication skills
Experience across web, infrastructure, cloud and application testing
Understanding of delivery processes, quality assurance and scaling services
This is a great opportunity to step into a role where you can shape a security testing function , not just deliver within one.
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, apply now!
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