Cybersecurity Penetration Tester - Colorado Springs - Oasis Systems

Description

Overview

Cybersecurity Penetration Tester (Traditional) - Mid-Level, supporting the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases in Colorado.

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL, and Burlington, MA, with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

We have an exciting opportunity for a mid-level cybersecurity penetration tester to conduct penetration testing and security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in one of the listed areas and be motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on the skillset.

This position includes travel up to 25% of the time, mostly within the United States, but may include travel overseas.

Job Details:

• Location: Peterson SFB, CO
• Job Status: FT
• Travel: 25%

Required Qualifications / Skills:

• Technical BS Degree and 3-10 years of applicable experience
• Active Secret clearance is required and must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance
• U.S. Citizenship
• DOD 8570 IAT Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, ISSEP, etc.) within 6 months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment
• Experience using modern penetration testing tools and methods
• Background with web application testing and exploitation
• Analytical skills and problem-solving skills
• Good organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent self-initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively in small and large team settings to solve complex problems
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux (including Kali) Operating Systems

Desired Qualifications / Skills:

• Experience performing penetration test events
• Background of source code vulnerability analysis
• Background of network security/engineering
• Understanding of common wired and wireless network protocol structures
• Experience using interpreted languages (Python, Ruby, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, PHP, etc.)
• Knowledge of compiled languages (C, C++, Assembly, Java, etc.)
• Certifications: OSCP, OSEP, OSWA, OSWE, OSED, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, and/or GWAP

Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent penetration testing, data collection, test automation, and reporting
• Develop test tools and strategies for cybersecurity testing in DOD
• Perform system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities
• Execute hands-on testing which include technical skills with multiple operating systems
• Provide technical guidance and support to penetration test teams
• Document and communicate test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats

Salary Range: Estimated $115,000 USD - $130,000 USD annually