Senior Penetration Tester
About The Position
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: Penetration Testing: Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests and security assessments on submarine systems to uncover security weaknesses. Vulnerability Analysis: Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities and security gaps found during assessments, and work with engineers to develop mitigation strategies. Security Assessments: Perform in-depth security assessments on network and system architecture to ensure adequate protection against threats. Reporting & Documentation: Produce detailed, accurate, and clear reports for technical and executive audiences, outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions. Collaboration: Engage with cross-functional teams such as engineering, IT, and operations to ensure security is integrated into system designs and operations. ool Development: Design and implement tools, techniques, and methodologies to improve the penetration testing process and automate repeatable tasks. Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and methodologies relevant to maritime and submarine systems AMS1 #LI-EW1 #HotJobs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing, with at least 2 years focused on submarine or maritime systems.
- Top Secret Clearance
- Proficiency in various penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
- Strong understanding of network protocols and security architecture specific to submarine systems.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with a strong ability to communicate complex security issues to all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, CEH, or GPEN are highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests and security assessments on submarine systems to uncover security weaknesses.
- Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities and security gaps found during assessments, and work with engineers to develop mitigation strategies.
- Perform in-depth security assessments on network and system architecture to ensure adequate protection against threats.
- Produce detailed, accurate, and clear reports for technical and executive audiences, outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions.
- Engage with cross-functional teams such as engineering, IT, and operations to ensure security is integrated into system designs and operations.
- Design and implement tools, techniques, and methodologies to improve the penetration testing process and automate repeatable tasks.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and methodologies relevant to maritime and submarine systems
Benefits
- AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
