Penetration Tester
$86,900–$198,000 year
On-siteFort Meade, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Penetration Tester at Booz Allen Hamilton performing testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems and networks, develop exploits, and engineer attack methodologies. Apply understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and common cybersecurity control implementations to plan and conduct threat-based assessments. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems and mentor or supervise team members as needed. Requires 3+ years of experience across MITRE ATT&CK, penetration testing, operating in Linux/Windows/virtual platforms, exploitation techniques, adversarial testing, and network security analysis; holds Secret clearance; detailed compensation and benefits are provided by Booz Allen. The role emphasizes hands-on security testing, threat-based assessment design, and collaboration within a team while aligning with Booz Allen’s security and identity verification processes.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience with MITRE ATT&CK, test planning and security control assessment
- 3+ years of experience with cyber penetration testing or developing risk and threat mitigation plans
- 3+ years of experience operating in Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms
- 3+ years of experience with computer attack methods and system exploitation techniques
- 3+ years of experience leveraging adversarial tactics to conduct hands-on security testing
- 3+ years of experience performing network security analysis, including software or traffic analysis
- Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED
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