Cybersecurity Test Engineer

Key Role:

Collaborate with a team of creative problem solvers to test and evaluate systems through a Whitebox adversarial approach for the DoD in support of our Air Force clients. Work with systems that are assessed based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Focus on the filtering capabilities and data flows, including low levels, within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls. Build capabilities by learning from others' expertise within our diversely skilled team.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, and Bash, and automating basic tasks
Experience with networking concepts
Experience with virtualization
Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology, or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology
Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Compliant Security+ CE Certification within 120 days of start date

Additional Qualifications:

Experience analyzing and executing test plans and procedures
Experience developing or analyzing technical documentation
Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation
Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls
Knowledge of cyber threats and how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them
Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit
TS/SCI clearance
Master's degree
OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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