Penetration Tester with Security Clearance

Our client is a rapidly growing information security and information technology company in Washington, DC. We are looking to hire a Senior Penetration Tester to support a full range of cyber security services on a long-term. The position is full time/permanent and will support a US Government civilian agency. The position is available immediately upon finding a qualified candidate with the appropriate background clearance. Currently Remote but must live local to Suitland MD. Will eventually be onsite. TS/SCI Clearance Required Please send an updated resume and salary requirement. Location: Job Requirements: * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Knowledge of capabilities and requirements analysis, cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools and their capabilities, complex data structures, computer algorithms, programming principles, concepts and practices of processing digital forensic data. * Knowledge of vulnerability information dissemination sources (e.g., alerts, advisories, errata, and bulletins). * Plan and create penetration methods, scripts and tests * Understanding of incident categories, incident responses, and timelines for responses. * Experience with incident response and handling methodologies. * Carry out remote testing of a client''s network or onsite testing of their infrastructure to expose weaknesses in security * Network access, identity, and access management experience (e.g., public key infrastructure, Oauth, OpenID, SAML, SPML). * Indepth understanding of network hardware devices and functions and network traffic analysis methods. * Knowledge of server diagnostic tools and fault identification techniques. * Simulate security breaches to test a system''s relative security Certifications/Licenses: * Bachelor''s degree or higher * 10+ years'' penetration testing experience as well as additional experience in network security, reverse engineering, programming, databases, mainframes, web applications * One or more of the following certifications preferred: * Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) * Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certification * GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) Certification * Active TS/SCI clearance Additional Experience Preferred: * Experience conducting vulnerability scans and recognizing vulnerabilities in security systems.

Created: 2025-10-04