IT Security Specialist (f/m/d) - Red Team

Competencies: Finding effective solutions; Action Oriented; Ensures Accountability; Strengthening ownership

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
  
  

Incident Response

• 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)
• Support internal teams during engagements
  
  

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
  
  

Experience

What we expect:

• 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
• Excellent English skills, good German skills
• Certifications (e.g., OSCP, CPTS) are an advantage
  
  

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!

Benefits: An onboarding plan, welcome events and a buddy system will give you the best possible start; A discounted DO&CO canteen is available to you in the office, and you will also receive financial support for meals if you work from home; A modern & bright office with break areas in the heart of the city as well as modern IT equipment provide a good environment; Discounted insurance and a company subsidy provide security. Additionally vouchers for supermarkets, perfumeries, furniture and hardware stores and much more can be purchased; Flexible working hours: our working hours are tailored to your needs; Possibility to work from home and a financial starter package for individual use; Remote work within the EU: Work up to 20 days a year from an EU country of your choice; Stress-free commute: Optimal accessibility by public transport; Support from the works council - benefit from a wide range of subsidies and offers; Vaccination campaigns, check-ups and blood donation campaigns are offered on site on an ongoing basis. Free & anonymous coaching sessions for personal and professional challenges; We cover 50% of your annual public transportation ticket; We offer various training opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally; Whether it's a summer party, an after-work get-together on the roof terrace or punch in winter - there are many opportunities to network and celebrate