Penetration testing delivery manager

Posted: Jan. 31, 2024, 11:15 a.m. - Full Time - Remote

About us: Astra is a cyber security SaaS company that makes otherwise chaotic pentests a breeze with its one of a kind Pentest Platform. Astra's continuous vulnerability scanner emulates hacker behavior to scan applications for 8300+ security tests. CTOs & CISOs love Astra because it helps them fix vulnerabilities in record time and move from DevOps to DevSecOps with Astra's CI/CD integrations.

Astra is loved by 650+ companies across the globe. In 2023 Astra uncovered 2 million+ vulnerabilities for its customers, saving customers $69M+ in potential losses due to security vulnerabilities.

We've been awarded by the President of France Mr. François Hollande at the La French Tech program and Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi at the Global Conference on Cyber Security. Loom, MamaEarth, Muthoot Finance, Canara Robeco, ScripBox etc. are a few of Astra’s customers.

Role Overview: We are seeking a Pentest Delivery Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the quality and effecient delivery of Pentests. Your goal will be to ensure that every project is executed smoothly within timelines & with the highest quality. Pentests are core to our offering & thus this will be a very high impact role. You’ll be working very closely with the Security team, Customer Success team & the CXOs.

Your Mission: * Lead & manage the delivery of top-notch Pentests ensuring a seamless, high-quality process from start to finish. * Build a transparent delivery management process ensuring that all the stakeholders (customers, customer success, security) have the required information at all stages. * Timelines, Quality & Transparency are the three main metrics we want to excel on. * Get into the battlefield whenever required by firing on Astra’s vulnerability scanner or Burp to quickly run a few checks whenever required on internal or customer calls. * Be a bridge between our security & customer success teams. Translate technical security requirements to business language & impact and vice versa. * Stay updated with latest developments in the security industry.

Requirements * Strong foundation in Cyber Security, especially in Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment. CISM, CISSP or other security certifications would be preferred. * Proven experience in managing complex projects & software deliveries. Certifications like PMP, Agile, CPM, CSM, PRINCE2 are a big plus. * Stellar written & oral communication skills with the ability to decode technical jargon into simple but effective language. * Key attention to detail, nothing slips past you. * Calm under pressure with an ability to turn issues into opportunities. * And the most important: Customer Obsession. You should be obsessed with delighting customers & ensuring they get the desired outcomes.

Benefits * Embrace the cosy remote work lifestyle. * Feel the startup adrenaline pumping through your veins. * Your brilliance showcased to thousands of eager readers and users. * Revel in our open, growth-centric ambiance; it's like a digital playground. * Dive deep into the captivating world of cybersecurity. * And yes, get ready for some unforgettable workcations—think Chikmagalur & Jim Corbett.