Penetration Tester

Booz Allen Hamilton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Penetration Tester to conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities, develop exploits, and engineer attack methodologies across systems and networks. You will apply advanced advising skills, leadership, and hands-on security expertise to deliver innovative solutions.

Requirements include TS/SCI with polygraph, 3+ years in cyber penetration testing, experience with Linux/Windows environments, and familiarity with adversarial tactics.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cyber penetration testing or risk/threat mitigation.
• 3+ years in Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms.
• 3+ years in computer attack methods and exploitation techniques.
• 3+ years in leveraging adversarial tactics for hands-on security testing.
• 3+ years in network security analysis, including software or traffic analysis.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• HS diploma or GED.

Skills

Penetration testing

Linux/Windows

Threat analysis

Network analysis

Adversarial testing

Security auditing

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree related field

HS diploma or GED

Tools

OSCP

CPTS

EJPT

GPEN

GIAC Cloud Penetration Tester

Job description

The Opportunity: Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems and networks, develop exploits, and engineer attack methodologies. Apply advanced advising skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members, as needed.

Job Number: R0247922 Penetration Tester The Opportunity: Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems and networks, develop exploits, and engineer attack methodologies. Apply advanced advising skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members, as needed.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience with cyber penetration testing or developing risk and threat mitigation plans
• 3+ years of experience operating in Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms
• 3+ years of experience with computer attack methods and system exploitation techniques
• 3+ years of experience leveraging adversarial tactics to conduct hands-on security testing
• 3+ years of experience performing network security analysis, including software or traffic analysis
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience manually auditing source code, including Java, Ruby, Python, JavaScript, Rust, or C, to find security issues
• Knowledge of tools, tactics, and techniques targeting Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems and their ecosystems
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), HTB Certified Penetration Tester Specialist (CPTS), eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (EJPT), GIAC Global Information Assurance Penetration Tester (GPEN), or GIAC Cloud Penetration Tester Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.