Penetration Tester, Mid

Key Role:

Support remote testing efforts of a client's network to expose weaknesses in security. Maintain baseline system security according to organizational policies. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the enterprise's cybersecurity safeguards to ensure that they provide the intended level of protection. Work with stakeholders to resolve computer security incidents and vulnerability compliance. Identify, assess, and recommend cybersecurity or cybersecurity-enabled products for use within a system and ensure that recommended products follow the organization's evaluation and validation requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with penetration testing

• Experience with security testing tools such as Burp Suite, SQLMap, Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, or Cobalt Strike

• Experience with network, application, and external penetration testing

• Experience creating Rules of Engagement (ROE), test plans, and scripts to aid in testing efforts

• Experience creating Technical Assessment Reports which details findings and remediation efforts

• Knowledge of penetration test methodology

• Knowledge of network access, identity, and access management such as public key infrastructure, Oauth, OpenID, SAML, and SPML

• Ability to keep up with the latest vulnerability information sources such as alerts, advisories, errata, and bulletins

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience conducting or leading Red Team or Purple Team engagements

• Experience conducting web application and API penetration testing

• Experience with network hardware devices and functions, and network traffic analysis methods

• Knowledge of defense evasion in enterprise environments and custom payload generation

• Knowledge of incident categories, incident responses, and timelines for responses

• Possession of excellent verbal communication and organization skills

• GWAPT, GPEN, OSCP, CRTP, or CEH Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

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