Penetration Tester

Testpros; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TestPros is seeking skilled Penetration Testers to conduct cybersecurity assessments for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The role involves identifying vulnerabilities, enhancing HHS's security posture, and collaborating with teams on cybersecurity best practices. Join a leading company dedicated to innovative IT assessment solutions.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Cell Phone Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment required.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and methodologies.
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive penetration tests on applications and systems.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with HHS OIG staff to provide technical assistance.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Vulnerability Assessment

Security Analysis

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Relevant Certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP)

Tools

OWASP

NIST

Job description

TestPros is a successful and growing business, established in 1988 to provide Information Technology (IT) technical support services to a wide range of Commercial and U.S. Federal, State, and Local Government customers. Our capabilities include Program Management, Program Oversight, Process Audit, Intelligence Analysis, Cyber Security, NIST SP 800-171 Assessment and Compliance, Computer Forensics, Software Assurance, Software Testing, Test Automation, Section 508 and WCAG Accessibility Assessment, Localization Testing, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), Quality Assurance (QA), Compliance, and Research and Development (R&D) services.TestPros is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TestPros delivers innovative independent IT assessment solutions to critical challenges facing the nation and the world. We support the U.S. Federal Government and Commercial clients within the continental USA.TestPros is dedicated to making lives better, safer and more secure.

Job Summary

TestPros is s eeking skilled Penetration Testers to conduct cybersecurity assessments and provide technical assistance for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG). The Penetration Tester will play a critical role in identifying vulnerabilities within HHS systems and applications, assisting in improving the overall security posture of the organization.

Position: Full-time

Location: The Call Orders will direct the location of the work to be either remote, at the Contractor’s site, or at an HHS-defined location within the United States of America.

Clearance: Clearable to public trust clearance, Secret or TS clearance a plus

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive penetration tests on applications, networks, and systems to identify security vulnerabilities.
• Utilize industry-standard tools and methodologies to assess security controls and compliance.

Reporting:

• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, vulnerabilities, and recommendations for remediation.
• Present findings to stakeholders, highlighting risks and suggested improvements.

Collaboration and Technical Assistance:

• Work closely with HHS OIG staff to provide technical assistance and training on identified vulnerabilities and security best practices.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure findings are addressed and improvements are implemented.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to enhance penetration testing techniques.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security analysis.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and methodologies (e.g., OWASP, NIST).
• Proficiency with penetration testing tools and software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, OSCP) are preferred.

TestPros offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays,401(k) retirement plan with company match, opportunities for professional growth, cell phone discounts, and much more! All benefits are per TestPros current policies and are subject to change without notice. Benefits are available to full-time employees.

TestPros, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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