Overview: Cyber Defense Technologies (CDT) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Penetration Tester to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, with extensive experience in conducting penetration tests, identifying security vulnerabilities, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance the security posture for our clients. This will include supporting a variety of testing engagement with the Federal, State, and Local government customers. This is a remote position. Candidate with an OSCP certification is highly encouraged to apply.
Clearance Requirements: U.S. Citizens and be able to pass a 5-year background investigation. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in a variety of pentesting engagements alongside our Direct Action Team.
- Conduct thorough penetration tests on web applications, network, and systems to identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
- Documents and report findings, including descriptions of vulnerabilities, potential impact and recommended remediation steps to customers.
- Comfortable conducting extensive independent research when troubleshooting complex technologies or problems.
- Conduct kick off meetings, project briefings, and closeout presentations to stakeholders who hold a variety of technical knowledge/understanding (zero to expert).
- Collaborate with internal teams and customers to prioritize and address security issues in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
- 5+ Years of directly related work experience (performing IT security risk assessments, web application pentesting, and/or vulnerability testing).
- High proficiency in scripting.
- Preferred Certifications: OSCP, GWAPT, GPEN, CEH, CISM, GWEB, CISSP.
- Experienced with the following Web Application tools; Burp Suite, Web Inspect, Empire.
Travel: Travel may be required from 10% to 20% depending on program needs.
CDT is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local laws.