Offensive Cyber Operator (Mid-Level) with Security Clearance

OSAAVA Services LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

OSAAVA Services LLC is seeking a Mid-Level Offensive Cyber Operator to support authorized U.S. Government cyber operations within NSA mission environments.

The role involves vulnerability research, exploitation, tool development, and mission planning under senior technical leadership. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in offensive cyber operations, with a TS/SCI/TK with Full Scope Polygraph clearance, and is prepared to work in highly restricted, classified environments in Fort Meade,

Qualifications

• Active NSA TS/SCI/TK with Full Scope Polygraph.
• 3–7 years of offensive cyber operations, pentesting, or red team missions.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability exploitation and offensive security tools.
• Strong networking, operating systems, and application security knowledge.
• Scripting or programming in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar.
• Knowledge of adversary TTPs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct authorized offensive cyber operations to support U.S. Government mission objectives.
• Perform vulnerability identification, research, and exploitation activities.
• Execute reconnaissance, target development, and initial access operations.
• Utilize and modify offensive cyber tools, payloads, and exploitation frameworks.
• Support operational planning and mission execution within cyber operations environments.
• Analyze adversary systems, applications, and network architectures to enable exploitation.
• Assist in developing and refining cyber TTPs.
• Produce technical documentation and mission analysis summaries.
• Maintain strict OPSEC and compliance with mission authorities.
• Collaborate with intelligence analysts, cyber operators, and mission planners.
• Develop or modify automation scripts supporting offensive cyber operations.
• Stay current on exploitation techniques, vulnerabilities, and cyber tools.

Skills

Offensive Cyber Operations

Penetration Testing

Red Team

Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Tools

MITRE ATT&CK

Job description

Position Overview OSAAVA Services is seeking a Mid-Level Offensive Cyber Operator to support authorized U.S. Government cyber operations within highly classified National Security Agency (NSA) mission environments. This role supports the execution of offensive cyber operations against adversary networks, systems, and applications in support of national security missions. The selected candidate will assist with vulnerability research, exploitation activities, tool development, and operational mission planning while working under senior technical leadership. This position requires NSA cleared access (TS/SCI/TK with Full Scope Polygraph) and the ability to operate within highly restricted mission environments supporting NSA cyber operations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in offensive cyber operations, vulnerability exploitation, penetration testing, or red team operations within Department of Defense or Intelligence Community environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct authorized offensive cyber operations in support of U.S. Government mission objectives
• Perform vulnerability identification, research, and exploitation activities
• Execute reconnaissance, target development, and initial access operations
• Utilize and modify offensive cyber tools, payloads, and exploitation frameworks
• Support operational planning and mission execution within cyber operations environments
• Analyze adversary systems, applications, and network architectures to enable exploitation
• Assist in development and refinement of cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Produce technical documentation, operational reports, and mission analysis summaries
• Maintain strict operational security (OPSEC) and compliance with mission authorities
• Collaborate with intelligence analysts, cyber operators, and mission planners
• Develop or modify automation scripts supporting offensive cyber operations
• Stay current on emerging exploitation techniques, vulnerabilities, and cyber tools

Required Qualifications

• NSA cleared (TS/SCI/TK with Full Scope Polygraph)
• 3–7 years of experience supporting offensive cyber operations, penetration testing, or red team missions
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability exploitation and offensive security tools
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and application security
• Experience with scripting or programming languages such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar
• Knowledge of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work within high-tempo, mission-focused classified environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NSA or Intelligence Community cyber operations
• Experience with exploit development or reverse engineering
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, GPEN, CEH, or equivalent offensive security certifications
• Experience supporting classified offensive cyber operations programs
• Knowledge of malware analysis, payload development, or exploit frameworks

Key Skills / Search Keywords

• Offensive Cyber Operations
• Penetration Testing
• Red Team

Vulnerability Exploitation

• Exploit Development Cyber Operations
• Target Development
• Reconnaissance MITRE ATT&CK
• Offensive Security Python
• Bash
• PowerShell Network Exploitation
• Application Security 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 supportLife 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. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact: