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Penetration Testing Lead

Remote, United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 May 2025

About the role

Position: Penetration Testing Lead
Overview:
Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT), a leading small business cybersecurity and engineering firm, is seeking a skilled highly skilled and experienced Penetration Testing Lead to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical proficiency, including OSCP, OSCE, or similar certifications, and a broad range of experience spanning web applications, network infrastructure, and server environments. This individual will lead a small team of penetration testers, driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge tools, techniques, and procedures, while also contributing to automation initiatives and integrating AI to enhance testing capabilities.
Clearance: Ability to pass background checks, Secret or Higher clearance desired but not required.
Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of penetration testers, providing technical guidance and oversight.
Plan, execute, and manage penetration tests on web applications, network infrastructure, and servers.
Develop, refine, and implement in-house tools, methodologies, and procedures for comprehensive assessments.
Create and maintain scripts and automation frameworks to streamline testing processes.
Serve as a technical subject matter expert, delivering concise and effective briefings to high-level government officials and stakeholders, including walkthroughs of findings as needed.
Integrate AI tools and frameworks to support and enhance penetration testing efforts.
Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure engagement objectives are met with the highest level of quality.
Prepare detailed reports and documentation of findings, remediation guidance, and best practice recommendations.

Qualifications:

OSCP, OSCE, or equivalent certifications in penetration testing.
Broad experience in penetration testing for web applications, network infrastructure, and servers.
Proficiency in coding, with a strong emphasis on Python scripting.
Proven experience leading small teams and driving technical excellence.
Experience with developing and implementing automated testing workflows.
Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences, including government stakeholders.
Experience leveraging AI solutions to augment penetration testing capabilities is highly desired.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Additional Details:

Remote Position: This role is remote and open to candidates anywhere within CONUS (Continental United States).
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% travel may be required to support client engagements and onsite briefings.

Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?
At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in penetration testing can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions.
Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

CDT is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive Penetration Tester and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!