Offensive Cyber Operator (Senior) with Security Clearance

About the role

Design and implement exploitation strategies and operational approaches.
Conduct advanced vulnerability research and exploit development.
Develop, modify, and maintain custom offensive cyber tools, payloads, and frameworks.
Perform advanced reconnaissance, target development, and access operations.
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level cyber operators.
Develop and refine cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Support mission planning, operational risk assessments, and mission execution.
Produce technical documentation, operational reports, and mission analysis briefings.

Responsibilities

• Integrate intelligence insights with cyber operational activities
• Advise leadership on technical feasibility, operational strategy, and mission risk

Requirements

• NSA cleared (TS/SCI/TK with Full Scope Polygraph)
• 8+ years of experience supporting offensive cyber or exploitation missions
• Demonstrated experience with exploit development and advanced offensive cyber tooling
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and application security
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or similar
• Experience analyzing adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Proven ability to lead complex cyber operations within mission environments
• Strong analytical, documentation, and technical briefing skills
• Able to operate independently within high-risk, mission-critical classified environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NSA or Intelligence Community cyber operations
• Experience with reverse engineering, malware analysis, or payload development
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Advanced offensive security certifications such as OSCE, OSEP, GXPN, or equivalent
• Experience developing zero-day or custom exploitation capabilities
• Experience supporting classified offensive cyber mission programs

Key Skills / Search Keywords

• Offensive Cyber Operations
• Exploit Development
• Red Team
• Advanced Exploitation
• Cyber Operations Leadership
• Target Development
• MITRE ATT&CK
• Adversary TTP Analysis
• Python
• C/C++
• Offensive Tool Development
• Malware Analysis
• Reverse Engineering
• NSA Programs
• Intelligence Community Cyber Missions

About OSAAVA Services

OSAAVA Services is a mission-focused Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in cybersecurity and enterprise IT services. We support critical national defense and intelligence programs, delivering secure, mission-ready capabilities across highly sensitive government environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays)
• Professional development and training support
• Life and disability insurance

Why OSAAVA

• Mission-driven SDVOSB culture focused on service and integrity
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities to grow with a high-performing team supporting national security missions
• Direct support to critical defense and intelligence community operations

Contingent Upon Contract Award

This position is being recruited in support of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award. Candidates may be contacted and evaluated in advance; however, final hiring decisions will be made upon successful award of the contract.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OSAAVA Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. OSAAVA Services considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.