Senior-Level Red Cell Penetration Tester
Overview
Lead Red Cell operations supporting the Federal Strategic Cyber program. Own penetration testing initiatives and mentor junior testers. Deliver actionable insights that enhance national cyber defense capabilities.
What You'll Do11
- 1Perform and lead comprehensive penetration tests across diverse client environments
- 2Identify critical vulnerabilities and implement remediation strategies aligned with NIST 800-53 controls
- 3Automate discovery processes using custom scripts and frameworks
- 4Develop advanced exploitation techniques leveraging modern attack methodologies
- 5Maintain and evolve Red Cell infrastructure for continuous threat assessment
- 6Create reusable tools to accelerate future engagement cycles
- 7Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex security challenges
- 8Conduct thorough root cause analysis of discovered security incidents
- 9Produce detailed reports following industry-standard assessment methodologies
- 10Guide senior penetration testers through technical direction and best practices
- 11Secure U.S. citizenship and maintain active Secret clearance throughout employment
Requirements10
- 1Bachelor of Science with 5 years cyber/IT experience or Master of Science with 3 years equivalent experience
- 2Minimum 2 years hands-on penetration testing experience
- 3Certification including CCNA Cyber Ops CEH CFR Cloud+ CySA+ GCIA GCIH GICSP SCYBER Security+ SSCP
- 4Proven proficiency with Kali Linux and core penetration testing tools like Nmap Burp Suite Metasploit
- 5Demonstrated expertise in vulnerability assessment and root cause analysis
- 6Track record of leading successful penetration engagements
- 7Ability to obtain Top Secret security clearance within 30 days of offer
- 8Advanced knowledge of AWS services and security configurations
- 9Familiarity with CIKM framework and related security assessment methodologies
- 10Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and PKI implementation
Salary Insight
$100 - $120k per year
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