Cyber Penetration Tester
$117,373–$199,496 year
HybridWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead and perform advanced security assessments, including hands-on penetration testing of systems and applications. Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and deliver clear, actionable remediation recommendations aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and FedRAMP Cloud Security Controls. Develop assessment plans, design automation tools, and manage a small team of junior testers while building a Purple Team for joint red/blue exercises. Analyze security threats, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and communicate technical findings to executive stakeholders. Requires 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, active DOE Q-Clearance or Top Secret clearance, and proficiency in vulnerability analysis and reporting tools.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity and penetration testing
- Active DOE Q-Clearance or Top Secret (TS) equivalent
Desired Qualifications
- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
- OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert)
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
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