Cybersecurity Penetration Tester - TGEC

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Penetration Tester for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 48 CTS / TGEC. Our cybersecurity test team is searching for new members to support the 48th Cyber Space Test Squadron (48 CTS) at Eglin Air Force Base, Colorado. The 48th CTS provides a range of cybersecurity support. Applicants should be able to help conduct penetration testing and security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment and learning new technology areas, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on skillset.

Responsibilities

• Conducting cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, data collection, and reporting.
• Performing system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities.
• Executing hands-on testing which includes significant technical skills with multiple operating systems.
• Documenting and communicating test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Must have or be able to obtain DOD 8570 IAT Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, ISSEP, etc.) within 6 months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Extensive job experience as an ethical penetration tester.
• Extensive experience using modern penetration testing tools and methods.
• Experience in network security/engineering.
• Travel 15-20 weeks per year (25% CONUS / OCONUS).

Qualifications

• 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.
• Demonstrated hands-on penetration testing (i.e., industry certificate such as OSCP, HTB write-ups, etc.).

Skills

• Knowledge of common wired and wireless network protocol structures.
• Proficient in software development.
• Experience using interpreted languages (Python, Ruby, PHP, etc.).
• Knowledge of compiled languages (C, C++, Assembly, Java, etc.).
• Certifications: OSCP, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, GWAP, and/or CCNA.