Offensive Cyber Security Manager

Job Description

The Offensive Cyber Security Manager leads Qantas’s authorised penetration testing, red-team and vulnerability assessment activities across corporate, operational and aviation technology environments. Requirements typically include substantial cybersecurity experience, strong knowledge of penetration-testing methodologies, threat modelling, cloud and network security, and practical expertise with recognised frameworks such as CREST, OSCP, OSCE or equivalent. The role also requires leadership, risk communication and the ability to work with technology and business stakeholders. Candidates are expected to manage testing programmes, identify and explain security weaknesses, recommend effective remediation, maintain professional standards and support a strong security culture. Experience in a highly regulated or critical-infrastructure environment is advantageous.

Company Info

Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the country’s most recognised aviation companies. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services, freight operations and supporting aviation businesses through brands including Qantas and Jetstar. Its network connects Australia with major cities across Asia, Europe, North America, New Zealand and the Pacific. Qantas employs a large workforce across flight operations, engineering, airport services, technology, customer experience and corporate functions. As a major airline and critical infrastructure organisation, it manages complex digital systems and places strong emphasis on safety, resilience, security and operational reliability. The company offers opportunities in a wide range of professional and technical fields, including cybersecurity, data, cloud platforms and enterprise technology.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in cybersecurity, aviation, technology, healthcare, construction, engineering, education and professional services, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra. Its culture is generally informal, multicultural and outdoors-oriented, with a strong emphasis on workplace safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle choices range from busy city living to coastal communities and regional towns, although housing and transport costs vary considerably. Australia has several skilled migration and employer-sponsored visa pathways, but eligibility depends on occupation lists, qualifications, experience, English ability and age. A sponsored employee may need to remain with the sponsoring employer for a specified period. Before relocating, applicants should check current Department of Home Affairs requirements, arrange health insurance where necessary, budget for accommodation and understand taxation, superannuation and commuting costs. Australia is geographically isolated, but major cities have international airports and diverse expatriate communities.