TL;DR

Penetration Tester (Cybersecurity): Conduct advanced threat emulation and penetration testing to support federal government cybersecurity operations with an accent on real-world threat simulation, incident response, and threat intelligence analysis. Focus on developing attack vectors, scripting automated tests, and collaborating with leadership to improve defense capabilities.

Location: Hybrid in Washington, D.C., United States

Company

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What you will do

Perform threat emulation and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and simulate adversary tactics.
Develop and automate testing scripts using Python and PowerShell to emulate attacker behaviors.
Analyze network and host data to detect threat patterns and provide actionable intelligence.
Engage with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to report findings and recommend improvements.
Research emerging threats and tools to enhance threat emulation capabilities.

Requirements

Must have an active Top Secret Clearance and SCI Eligibility.
Must be located in or able to work hybrid in Washington, D.C.
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field with 4-5 years relevant experience.
Certifications such as GCIA, GCED, GCFE, GCTI, GNFA, GCIH, CND, ECSA, OSCP, OSEE, OSCE, GCFA, GREM, or CHFI required.
Strong skills in penetration testing, incident detection, cyber defense, and threat intelligence analysis.
Excellent technical writing and communication skills for reporting and briefings.

Nice to have

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification preferred.

Culture & Benefits

Values-driven culture emphasizing happiness, helpfulness, honesty, humility, hunger, and hustle.
Supportive work environment with focus on teamwork and integrity.
Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.