Penetration Tester - FULLY CLEARED with POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Constellation Technologies, Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 170,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Unlimited access to training

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking an experienced Penetration Tester in Maryland. Applicants must have TS/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT security with at least 12 years of relevant experience. The role involves performing penetration tests, security assessments, and collaborating with teams on security strategies. Competitive salary range is $170,000 - $180,000 annually and comes with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph.
• 12 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration tests and security assessments.
• Collaborate with teams for mitigation strategies.

Skills

Penetration testing tools

Web development

Programming languages (Java, XML, Perl, HTML)

Python scripting

IT security risk assessments

Web app and physical pen-tests

Burp Suite

Kali

IPS/IDS solutions

Cyber Kill Chain

Risk Management Framework

Secure configurations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Burp Suite

Kali

IPS/IDS solutions

Job description

Penetration Tester - CLEARANCE and POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Base Pay Range

$170,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have TS/SCI clearance with active polygraph (within the last five (05) years).
• Must have at least twelve (12) years of relevant experience.
• Must have experience with penetration testing tools.
• Must have experience in web development and programming languages such as Java, XML, Perl, and HTML.
• Must have experience with programming/scripting in Python, PowerShell, C, JavaScript, etc.
• Must have extensive experience performing IT security risk assessments.
• Must have experience performing web app and physical pen‑tests.
• Must have experience with or strong familiarity of the following web application tools: Burp Suite, Web Inspect, Appdetective.
• Must have experience with or strong familiarity of Kali.
• Must have experience with or strong familiarity of IPS/IDS solutions.
• Must have a strong understanding of the Cyber Kill Chain methodology.
• Must have experience applying the Risk Management Framework.
• Must have experience with secure configurations of commonly used desktop and server operating systems.
• Must have the ability to effectively collaborate with technical staff and customers to form mitigation strategies and plan for continuous modernization and legacy integration.
• Must have experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and quickly and effectively adjusting to shifting priorities in resolving issues.

Nice to Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical/information assurance field.
• Certifications in one or more of the following areas strongly preferred: GIAC Web Applications Penetration Tester (GWAPT), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Web Application Defender (GWEB), Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP).
• Extensive experience developing and implementing integrated security services management processes, such as assessing and auditing network penetration testing, anti-virus planning assistance, risk analysis, and incident response.
• Extensive experience providing information assurance support for application development that includes system security certifications and project evaluations for firewalls that encompass development, design, and implementation.

Benefits Package

• Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer-paid premium plus a company-funded HSA.
• Dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premium.
• Vision insurance with 80% employer-paid premium.
• Employer-paid life insurance 100%.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability 100%.
• Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement.
• Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation.
• Annual reimbursement for technology (phones, computers, printers, etc.).
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment).

Environment and Perks

• Professional development investment and paid time off for training.
• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Florida and Hawaii.
• Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get‑Togethers.
• Leadership team engagement and mentorship.
• Performance Recognition Program.
• Complimentary branded apparel.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Constellation Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Job applicants can submit questions about CTI’s equal employment opportunity policy to [e-mail].

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.