Penetration Tester
Key Skills for This Role
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Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in three or more specific areas to include: intelligence analysis, network engineering, networking security, penetration testing, red team operations, hardware engineering, software engineering, exploit development, reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment, physical security assessments, or social engineering
Proficiency with cloud technology and deployments across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Proficiency in the testing and assessment of mobile operating systems, embedded systems, and/or IoT devices
Experience in drafting reports, documenting case details, and summarizing findings and recommendations based on system analysis
Experience performing advanced vulnerability scanning and assessments on all components
Experience conducting web application security assessments, focusing on OWASP Top Ten vulnerabilities and API security testing
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 frameworks
US Citizenship and an active security clearance at a minimum of the Secret Level
Desired Qualifications:
Proven ability to develop and execute complex exploits and PoC attacks
Strong analytical skills and experience in firmware, binary exploitation, and embedded systems testing
Advanced knowledge of Software Defined Radio (SDR) and protocol reverse engineering
Active professional certifications such as CEH, OSCP, PNPT, GPEN, or similar security/pen testing certifications
The salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset.
We are open to considering a variety of levels of experience for these projects and potential for 1099 hourly opportunity.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.
About Dark Wolf Solutions
IT services and cybersecurity firm providing software engineering, cloud migration, and DevSecOps solutions primarily to U.S. federal government agencies.
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