Penetration Tester
Job Description
Agile Defense At the forefront of innovation, driving advanced capabilities and solutions tailored to the most critical national security and civilian missions. At Agile Defense, we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests. Requisition #582
Job Title: Penetration Tester Location: 22001 Loudoun County Pkwy Ashburn, Virginia 20147 Clearance Level: Active DoD - Public Trust Required Certification(s):
At least one mobile pentesting certification such as SANS GMOB CISSP, GISF, GPEN, GWAPT, GXPN, OSCE, OSCP, OSEE, OSWP
SUMMARY The Security Operations Center (SOC) is a U.S. Government program responsible for preventing, identifying, containing, and eradicating cyber threats to the DHS's networks through monitoring, intrusion detection, and protective security services to DHS's information systems. The SOC is responsible for the overall security of the client's Enterprise-wide information systems and collects, investigates, and reports any suspected and confirmed security violations. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform cloud pentests and act as the cloud pentesting SME for the team Perform internal and external pentests against systems to determine vulnerabilities and offer mitigation strategies Perform web app pentests Perform vulnerability risk assessments Perform physical pentests and social engineering Perform cyber incident response as needed for programs
Education, Background, and Years of Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8 to 12 years of professional experience; or 6 to 10 years of professional experience with a Master’s degree. At least 6 years of pentesting experience. ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills:
A Secret Clearance is required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret SCI At least 6 years of pentesting experience with at least 2 years of cloud pentesting experience. Applicant should be proficient in testing of Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS infrastructure, with supporting knowledge from testing other cloud providers Understanding of Cyber Kill Chain & Intelligence Defense Ability to brief senior officials on pentesting requirements and results
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions: Monday - Friday, regular business hours; Remote, but must be local to the Ashburn, VA area. Strength Demands: Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls. Physical Requirements: Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull. Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr