IT Security Specialist (f/m/d) - Red Team
As one of the leading insurance companies, we know that together we can achieve more. At UNIQA, we are therefore the community for a better life. We use our individual skills to shape a better future together. Tell us about your strengths and apply at UNIQA IT Services GmbH (UITS), the IT service provider of the UNIQA Group, as IT Security Specialist (f/m/d) - Red Team
What to expect:
Red & Purple Teaming
* Plan and execute realistic red team scenarios (on-prem & cloud)
* Identify and document vulnerabilities and attack paths
* Conduct purple team engagements to validate detection & response
* Adapt attack techniques based on defense tooling
* Translate findings into actionable improvements for offensive & defensive capabilities
* Provide clear reports & briefings for technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Track findings and support remediation efforts
* Participate in cybersecurity incidents, including on-call duty
* Support analysis, containment, and recovery
* Improve playbooks, detection rules, and response workflows
Penetration Testing Support
* Plan and coordinate external penetration tests (scope, schedule, stakeholders)
Enablement & Training
* Deliver trainings and workshops
* Share techniques, tradecraft, and lessons learned
* Mentor colleagues and foster a strong security culture
* Support international teams and collaborate with broader IT security
What we expect:
Experience
* 2–5+ years in offensive security / red teaming / penetration testing (hands-on required)
* Strong knowledge of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
* Understanding of defensive security concepts (SIEM/SOC, detection, logging)
Technical Skills
* Solid knowledge of Windows, Linux, Active Directory & enterprise architectures
* Fundamentals of web, network, and cloud security
* Ability to clearly communicate risk and produce high-quality documentation
Working Style
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management
* Collaborative mindset, able to drive alignment and remediation
* Certifications (e.g., OSCP, CPTS) are an advantage
Your core competencies:
Finding effective solutions: You aim for simple and feasible solutions. You ensure the efficient use of your team's resources
Action Oriented: We take action and learn from our mistakes
Ensures Accountability: We empower each other to take responsibility
Strengthening ownership: You delegate tasks and motivate your team to act independently. You create the framework and provide the necessary freedom to enable this
At UNIQA, we embrace diversity and consciously foster different perspectives in our teams and leadership positions. We therefore explicitly welcome applications that enrich our diversity. We are striving to increase the proportion of women in leadership positions as well as in technical areas and particularly welcome applications from women. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact the person listed in the advertisement on the right-hand side.
You are not sure if you meet our requirements? Apply anyway! UNIQA is looking for candidates with drive, courage to change and enthusiasm!
JOB KEY FACTS
Location: Wien, AT
Annual minimum salary gross (Euro): 60.000
Start Date: as of now
Due to data protection reasons, we can only accept applications via our recruiting portal. Please apply online by clicking on "Apply now".
You strive for more than the minimum - so do we! We will agree on your actual salary depending on your education and experience during the recruiting process.
We look forward to getting to know you in a first interview online. Additional meetings are held in person at our head quarters in Vienna.
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