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Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations


Company : Votresommelier


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-05-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Security Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operations Join to apply for theSecurity Specialist (Offensive) - Security Operationsrole atVotre Sommelier .Role Overview ASOS is recruiting an Offensive Security Specialist within the SOC, reporting to the SOC and IR Manager. This role involves leading offensive security assessments to strengthen defense capabilities, identifying security weaknesses, validating detection mechanisms, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance security posture. You will contribute to continuous validation and improvement of security controls and detection capabilities.Key ResponsibilitiesThreat Hunting: Proactively searching for signs of malicious activity within the network.Penetration Testing: Simulating real-world attacks to test security controls.Red Teaming: Conducting adversarial simulations to assess security posture.Collaboration: Working with defensive teams to share insights and improve detection and response.Developing Strategies: Designing and implementing offensive security strategies.Endpoint Monitoring: Contributing to incident resolution and root cause analysis.Malware Analysis: Investigating malware threats.Process Improvement: Contributing to processes and SOPs.Mentoring: Developing junior team members and sharing knowledge across teams.Threat Awareness: Staying updated on cyber threats and innovating detection methods.On-Call Duties: Participating in a 4-week on-call rota for escalated security incidents.Candidate RequirementsRelevant industry certifications (GPEN, OSCP, OSCE, CRTO, CRTP, PNPT) and experience with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK/D3FEND.Experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and red team methodologies.Ability to communicate findings and strategies effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with good interpersonal abilities.Knowledge of creating and tuning detection signatures and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).Preferred experience with Microsoft's security stack.Commitment to continuous learning and developing others.BenefitsEmployee discounts, personal development opportunities, sample sales, access to LinkedIn Learning, 25 days paid leave plus a celebration day, discretionary bonus, private medical care.Additional DetailsSeniority Level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment Type: Full-timeJob Functions: Other, IT, ManagementIndustries: Security Guards and Patrol Services#J-18808-Ljbffr