Penetration Testing Manager (Remote - Latam)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Penetration Testing Manager in Latin America.

We are seeking an experienced cybersecurity professional to lead a skilled penetration testing team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with people management, providing an opportunity to shape and grow a team while directly contributing to high-impact security projects. You will drive the delivery of comprehensive penetration tests, mentor your team, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance security operations and standards. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge security practices, modern testing methodologies, and a culture that values innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 4–5 penetration testers, providing mentorship, coaching, and career development.
• Plan, execute, and deliver web, API, mobile, and network penetration testing engagements with thorough reporting and actionable recommendations.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and meet high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with other Pentest Managers to share best practices, maintain methodological consistency, and improve team efficiency.
• Develop and enhance internal pentesting workflows, templates, and automation tools.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training of the pentesting team.

Requirements

• 5–8+ years of experience in penetration testing or red teaming, including 1+ year in a people management role.
• Hands-on technical expertise in web, mobile, API, and network penetration testing.
• At least one recognized certification (e.g., OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, PWPT, Burp Suite Certified Practitioner).
• Strong knowledge of attack techniques, vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, OWASP ZAP), and scripting (Python, Bash, or similar).
• Fluent English communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and operational ownership, balancing quality, delivery speed, and team engagement.
• Bonus: Contributions to the security community, experience with compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA), bug bounty participation, or AI/cloud security testing experience.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Exceptional private healthcare coverage
• Early equity in a fast-growing company
• Flexible work-from-home model
• Generous PTO and flexible schedule
• Home office setup support and monthly wellness/Wi-Fi stipend

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly:

• 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
• 📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
• 🎯 The top 3 candidates with the highest match are automatically shortlisted.
• 🧠 If needed, our human team performs an additional review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company, which will make final decisions and next steps, including interviews or assessments.

Thank you for your interest!

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