Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C)
Pat the roast beef dry with paper towels
Season all sides with salt and black pepper
Rub with oil if desired
Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan
Roast for 15 minutes at 450°F (230°C)
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C)
Continue roasting until the desired internal temperature is reached
Check the temperature with a meat thermometer
Remove from the oven and rest for 15 to 20 minutes
Slice against the grain and serve