The Penetration Tester serves as a subject matter expert providing testing expertise for the Risk Management Framework. The role directs and/or participates in the testing phase of security control assessments, applying specialized knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, architectures, equipment, services, and standards. Responsibilities include vulnerability and penetration testing at both network and application levels using established protocols and methods and a wide variety of tools. The role also researches and evaluates emerging technologies relevant to information systems security and interprets agency-specific and federal security regulations. Due to federal contract requirements, applicants must be United States citizens with an active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph. DoD 8570 compliance with IAT III is required. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, or applicants may substitute four additional years of experience for the degree requirement.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior