Penetration Tester Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company match

Flexible work options

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Penetration Tester Senior to support CBP's Cyber Security Directorate in Ashburn, VA.

You will lead penetration testing across networks, applications and infrastructure, emulating real adversaries to identify and remediate vulnerabilities while guiding mission‑critical security operations. The role requires 5+ years of offensive security experience, strong leadership and clear written and oral communication, plus advanced skills with

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of offensive security or penetration testing experience.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Advanced proficiency with penetration testing tooling and exploitation techniques, including network, application, and wireless vectors.
• Strong technical writing and oral presentation skills that meet audit and executive communication standards.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders across federal and enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Lead penetration testing efforts across enterprise networks, applications, and infrastructure.
• Emulate real-world adversary behaviors to identify, validate, and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Prepare authoritative reports and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Mentor and lead high performing technical teams in a fast-paced security operations environment.
• Support CBP cyber security mission and risk management objectives.

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations

Network Penetration Testing

Penetration Testing Software

Vulnerability Management

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: BI Full 6C (T4) Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Cybersecurity Operations, Network Penetration Testing, Penetration Testing Software, Vulnerability Management Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description: The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Cyber Security Directorate (CSD) is leading one of the most comprehensive, mission critical cybersecurity operations in the federal government, protecting the digital infrastructure that safeguards America’s borders. This multifaceted program spans 24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring, advanced threat intelligence, forensics, incident response, cloud and network security engineering, zero trust modernization, vulnerability assessment, and enterprise-wide risk and compliance activities. The Penetration Tester Senior will support teams at the forefront of national security, supporting sophisticated cyber operations that defend vital systems, enable secure mission execution, and counter rapidly evolving threats. You will find this work uniquely impactful, fast-paced, and deeply collaborative, offering the opportunity to lead high performing technical teams, shape CBP’s cybersecurity strategy, and contribute directly to the protection of the nation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

The Penetration Tester plays a critical role in assessing the security of enterprise systems by emulating real-world adversary behaviors to identify, validate, and help remediate vulnerabilities across networks, applications, and infrastructure. Operating within a high-stakes cybersecurity mission environment, this role contributes directly to strengthening defensive capabilities and ensuring mission resilience.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Minimum of five (5) years of years of offensive security or penetration testing experience, leading complex assessments and delivering authoritative reports. Strong leadership and communication abilities. Advanced proficiency with penetration testing tooling and exploitation techniques, including network, application, and wireless vectors. Strong technical writing and oral presentation skills that meet audit and executive communication standards. Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders across federal and enterprise

Preferred certifications

• OSCP (highly valued)
• GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
• CREST Registered Pen Tester (CRT)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred.. Previous or Current CBP Background Investigation desired.

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in cyber security at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

The likely salary range for this position is $142,792 - $170,200. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA VA Ashburn

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

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