Penetration Tester

Dynamo Technologies LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamo Technologies LLC in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Penetration Tester to support a Cybersecurity Program for a government client. The role involves coordinating agency penetration tests, developing SOPs, and reporting findings.

You will perform red/blue/purple team exercises, emulate threats, and prioritize remediation by severity, with an emphasis on security testing of web apps, networks, and systems. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the conduct of, supporting the conduct of, or leading penetration tests.
• Strong understanding of operating systems and networking protocols.
• Knowledge of web application technologies.
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools and scripting languages; strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts all agency penetration testing on NCUA-operated systems.
• Develops and maintains the Penetration Testing Concept of Operations/SOPs.
• Coordinates assessment models with NCUA before each engagement.
• Drafts Rules of Engagement and test-specific documents.
• Performs red teaming, blue teaming, purple teaming, adversary emulation, and breach-and-attack simulation to improve SOC operations and overall defensive posture.
• Documents and categorizes findings/vulnerabilities and prioritizes remediation by severity.
• Drafts and publishes penetration test reports (results, findings, remediation).
• Integrates testing with vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, and incident response/reporting.

Skills

Penetration testing

OS and network protocols

Vulnerability identification/exploit

Web app technologies

Penetration testing tools

Scripting languages

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Burp Suite

Nessus

Metasploit

Job description

Job Description:

Dynamo Technologies is seeking a Penetration Tester to support a Cybersecurity Program.

Note: This role is for a proposal. Offer will be contingent upon proposal award. Estimated timeline for role to begin is early 2027.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts all agency penetration testing on NCUA-operated systems.
• Develops and maintains the Penetration Testing Concept of Operations/SOPs;
• Coordinates assessment models with NCUA before each engagement;
• Drafts Rules of Engagement and test-specific documents;
• Performs red teaming, blue teaming, purple teaming, adversary emulation, and breach-and-attack simulation to improve SOC operations and overall defensive posture;
• Simulates advanced persistent threat (APT) scenarios;
• Documents and categorizes findings/vulnerabilities and prioritizes remediation by severity;
• Drafts and publishes penetration test reports (results, findings, remediation);
• Integrates testing with vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, and incident response/reporting.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the conduct of, supporting the conduct of, or leading penetration tests.
• Strong understanding of operating systems and networking protocols
• Strong understanding of how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities
• Knowledge of web application technologies
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools and scripting languages and strong problem-solving and communication skills
• U.S. citizenship required

Nice to Have Skills

• Preferred certifications comparable to OSCP or CEH.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cybersecurity or related field
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the conduct of, supporting the conduct of, or leading penetration tests.

Travel Requirement:

• Minimal

Clearance Requirement:

• U.S. citizenship required (Non-Sensitive/High Risk).

Salary Range: The salary range for this position represents Dynamo's good-faith estimate of the compensation expected to be offered at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, the responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills, education, work location, and internal equity.

115k -135k annually

Dynamo is a full lifecycle digital transformation company providing best-in-class technology and mission support services to our clients. Dynamo's mission is to lead the digital transformation industry and provide best-in-class solutions for our clients with a truly human touch.

We leverage industry leading practices to empower our clients, ultimately providing them with the necessary tools, knowledge, and information required to successfully achieve their strategic goals, while optimizing their operations.

Through our partnerships, boldness, and authenticity, Dynamo goes against the grain of a traditional government contracting company by providing top-caliber team members, delivering quality results, and always exceeding expectations.

Dynamo Technologies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. JFNDNP