Penetration Tester-Senior

Responsibilities

Qualified candidate will become part of Peraton’s Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes.  Peraton’s DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate.  This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats.  Those supporting Peraton’s DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges.     

  

The Sr Cyber Penetration Tester roleis located in Rosslyn, VA. This role supports the Penetration Testing (Red Cell) Team.    

  

Position Description:  

 

• Assesses the current state of the customer’s system security by identifying all vulnerabilities and security measures. Helps customer perform analysis and mitigation of security vulnerabilities. 
• Design, perform and report on penetration testing of systems including cloud to satisfy the NIST 800-53 CA-8 security control and using methodologies that may include, NIST SP 800-115, Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), and Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF). 
• Produce reports and conduct management briefings on test activities, scenarios, results and recommendations. 
• Understand how to create unique exploit code, bypass AV and mimic adversarial threats. 

• Stay abreast of current attack vectors and unique methods for exploitation of computer networks. 
• Provide support to incident response teams through capability enhancement and reporting. 
• Assist in Red Cell maintaining infrastructure 
• Develop or modify tools that automate discovery or exploitation (e.g. bash, Python, JavaScript, PowerShell) 
• Mentor Mid and Jr staff members by providing guidance on best security practices and communication techniques.   

 

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications- To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:  

 

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience required.  
• Active Secret Clearance required/Top Secret preferred. 
• Must possess one of the following certifications:

  CCNA Cyber Ops

  CCNA

  CEH

  CFR

  Cloud+

  CySA+

  GCIA

  GCIH

  GICSP

  Security+ CE

  SSCP

• Understand common web application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. 
• Proficient at conducting network or software vulnerability assessments and penetration testing utilizing using automated and manual TTPs. · 
• Proven capability in identifying intrusion or incident path and method; isolates, blocks or removes threat access. 
• Familiar with Linux and Windows Administration 
• Familiar and proficient in evaluating system security configurations.  

• Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. 
• Able to perform analysis of complex software systems to determine both functionality and intent of software systems. Able to resolve highly complex malware and intrusion issues. 
• Ability to work alone or in a small group 

 

 Preferred but not required: 

 

• Possess OSCP, GIAC GPEN, GWAPT or other Penetration Testing certifications 
• CISSP  
• Certified Ethical Hacker,  

Peraton Overview

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can’t be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.