Skills

Communication Penetration Testing Risk Management Project Management Agile

Job Specifications

Senior Project Lead - Offensive Security

Location: Belgium (Hybrid - 8 days/month on site)

Contract: 6 months (with possible extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Daily Rate: EUR600 - EUR800 per day

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Project Lead to drive offensive security projects within a highly regulated financial environment.

This role is a blend of cybersecurity knowledge and project management expertise. You will coordinate small, specialized teams and oversee end-to-end delivery of red teaming, penetration testing, and adversary simulation initiatives, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of offensive security projects.
Define project scope, milestones, deliverables, and risk management approaches.
Manage small, specialized project teams (< 5 people) and coordinate with external suppliers.
Ensure delivery within agreed time, quality, and budget parameters.
Act as the bridge between offensive security experts, business stakeholders, and senior management.
Provide clear progress reporting and stakeholder communication.
Contribute to continuous improvement of offensive security capabilities.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Project Manager / Project Lead in IT or cybersecurity.
Strong understanding of offensive security disciplines (red teaming, penetration testing, vulnerability exploitation).
Background delivering projects in complex, regulated industries (financial services experience is a plus).
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Recognised project management certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP, Agile) is desirable.
Fluent in English (French or Dutch is an advantage).

Why This Role?

Shape and deliver projects that directly improve cyber resilience.
Work alongside top-tier offensive security professionals.
Gain exposure to high-impact security initiatives in a regulated environment.
Hybrid setup: 8 days/month onsite in Brussels office

Please do send an up to date CV to eobiechefu@welovesalt.com

About the Company

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