Senior Penetration Tester (FORECASTED)

Columbia Technology Partners

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About The Position

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the testing and evaluation of security controls within the Risk Management Framework (RMF). This role involves leading or participating in security control assessment activities by leveraging deep expertise in network protocols, operating systems, system architectures, equipment, services, and applicable standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience as a Penetration Tester, performing both network and application-layer testing with established testing methods.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Security, or Information Systems).
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an additional four (4) years of penetration testing experience may be substituted.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT III is required.
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing using a wide range of security tools.
• Perform both network-level and application-level security testing following established methodologies and protocols.
• Research, analyze, and assess emerging technologies relevant to information systems security.
• Interpret and apply federal and agency-specific security regulations to ensure compliance and strengthen security posture.

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior