Red Team Penetration Tester III

Position Overview

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Red Team Penetration Tester III to join our cybersecurity team. This individual will conduct advanced penetration tests, simulate real-world cyber threats, and identify security weaknesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document sophisticated red team engagements and penetration tests.
• Emulate advanced persistent threat (APT) behaviors to evaluate enterprise-level defenses.
• Develop and utilize tools such as Metasploit, NMAP, Kali Linux, and Cobalt Strike.
• Perform exploit development and scripting to mimic threat actor capabilities.
• Identify gaps in existing security tools, processes, and defensive technologies.
• Work with various operating systems including Linux, Windows, and macOS.
• Utilize Active Directory to simulate lateral movement and privilege escalation scenarios.
• Apply programming or scripting in at least two languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java, Rust, Assembly, C#).
• Collaborate with Blue Teams and SOC personnel to provide findings and recommendations for remediation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of full-time professional experience in penetration testing or offensive cyber operations.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience in:
• Penetration testing tools and red team frameworks.
• Exploit development and threat simulation.
• Multiple operating systems and Active Directory environments.
• Programming and scripting for custom tool development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Required Certifications

• Compliant with DoD 8570.01-M IAW DFARS 252.239-7001 Baseline Certification - minimum SSCP Auditor.
• One or more of the following: Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE), Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP).

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in government or defense-related red teaming environments.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience conducting covert operations or purple team exercises.

Physical And Mental Qualifications

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• A 401(k) match.
• Generous PTO accrual.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Corporate-funded technology certifications.
• Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.