Penetration Tester

CACI International Inc; Whitehurst (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join their cybersecurity team. The role involves conducting security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in penetration testing and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range and benefits, contributing to national security efforts.

Benefits

Healthcare

Wellness Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Continuing Education

Flexible Time Off

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Penetration Testing.
• Current Active TS/SCI with Poly required.

Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability and penetration testing.
• Lead security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Network Protocols

Operating Systems

Security Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

DoD 8570 compliance

Job description

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Job Category: Security

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type Of Travel

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The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Penetration Tester to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will provide specialized expertise in testing security controls and contribute to the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in penetration testing, network protocols, operating systems, architectures, equipment, and security standards. You will be responsible for leading and participating in security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements to enhance the security posture of our systems and networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability and penetration testing using a wide variety of tools
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies relevant to information systems security; interpret agency specific and federal security regulations
• Perform both network and application-level testing using established testing protocols and methods
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Current Active TS/SCI with Poly
• Eight (8) experience of related work experience as a Penetration Tester performing both network and application-level testing using established test protocols and methods.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (e.g. General Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Forensics, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, Information Security, and Information Systems). In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, four (4) additional years of Penetration Testing experience maybe substituted.
• (U) DoD 8570 compliance with IAT III is required (CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP)
  
  

Desired

• Familiarity with Network Security Services and Chief Information Security Officer processes and procedures.
  
  

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$78,700 - $165,300

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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