Security Research Team Lead

Pentera

. Lead, mentor, and grow a team of security researchers .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeIsraelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in offensive security research, including vulnerability discovery and penetration testing, while leading and mentoring a technical research team. Proficient in translating complex research into actionable strategies and integrating AI-driven solutions into security operations.

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Offensive Security ResearchTeam LeadershipVulnerability DiscoveryReverse EngineeringAI-Driven Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingWindows InternalsRed Team OperationsDebuggingPythonC/C++Cloud EcosystemsMachine Learning ConceptsAttack FrameworksBinary Exploitation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityQuick Learning

Tools & Technologies

MetasploitNmapCobalt StrikeImpacketBurpPacuIDARadare2WinDBGAWS

Industry Keywords

AV/EDR EvasionCloud-Native SecurityExternal Attack SurfacesKnowledge SharingContinuous Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudPythonSubversionC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of security researchers
Set priorities and drive execution across the research team
Define the team's research roadmap across AV/EDR evasion, binary exploitation, vulnerability discovery, and communication-channel subversion
Guide research across OS-level, domain, cloud-native, and external attack surfaces
Conduct hands-on research alongside the team
Maintain deep technical credibility in offensive security research
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate research outputs into production-grade attack functionalities
Drive integration of AI-driven decision-making into the platform's automated operations
Foster innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning
Represent the research function in cross-team planning, roadmap discussions, and stakeholder alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in offensive security research, including Windows internals, penetration testing, vulnerability research, or red team operations
3+ years of experience leading or managing a technical research team
Deep knowledge of attack frameworks and tools such as Metasploit, Nmap, Cobalt Strike, Impacket, Burp, Pacu, and similar
Proficiency in reverse engineering and debugging, including tools such as IDA, Radare2, and WinDBG
Familiarity with cloud ecosystems and hybrid environments, specifically AWS and Azure
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex research into actionable roadmaps
Excellent teamwork, adaptability, and a quick learning mindset
Hands-on development experience in Python, C/C++, or similar languages used in offensive tooling (preferred)
Experience applying AI or machine learning concepts to offensive security or automated decision-making (preferred)
Experience with red/blue team operations (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Commitment to building a diverse and talented workforce
Inclusive workplace welcoming candidates from all backgrounds