Penetration Tester, Hardware & Embedded Security (Hybrid)

Dark Wolf; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Dark Wolf seeks an experienced Penetration Tester in Colorado Springs to assess hardware, software, and embedded systems, focusing on exploit development and vulnerability mitigation. The role blends lab testing with field assessments and requires strong security-domain knowledge.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with on-site collaboration and remote work options as projects demand. You will deliver detailed findings and practical remediation guidance to strengthen product security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in multiple security domains (e.g., penetration testing, red team, hardware/software security).
• Strong knowledge of NIST 800‑53 frameworks and cloud deployments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with vulnerability scanning, web app security, and API testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing on hardware, software, and network components.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and assessments across components.
• Develop and execute exploits and PoCs to demonstrate vulnerabilities.
• Analyze firmware, embedded systems, and RF components for security weaknesses.
• Prepare detailed reports with remediation recommendations.
• Engage in RF security testing including Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and SDR-based testing.

Skills

Penetration testing

Exploit development

Reverse engineering

Wireless testing

Vulnerability assessment

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity / IT / Computer Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

SDR

Job description

Dark Wolf seeks an experienced Penetration Tester in Colorado Springs to assess hardware, software, and embedded systems, focusing on exploit development and vulnerability mitigation. The role blends lab testing with field assessments and requires strong security-domain knowledge.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with on-site collaboration and remote work options as projects demand. You will deliver detailed findings and practical remediation guidance to strengthen product security.