Penetration Tester (TS/SCI w/ Poly) – Lead Security Testing

VT Group (VTG); Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG is recruiting Penetration Testers at Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 for positions in Chantilly, VA and Aurora, CO. All roles require TS/SCI with Poly and involve travel about 25% with an estimated starting pay range of $150,000–$195,000 per year.

Level 2 requires education and experience as listed; Level 3/4 expand leadership, tool development, and strategic security responsibilities. Certifications in DoD 8140 CSSP Incident Responder are preferred.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Poly clearance required.
• Level 2/3/4 Pen Tester education and experience requirements listed in the sections above.
• DoD 8140 - CSSP Incident Responder certifications are desirable (e.g., CFR, CCNA CyberOps, Pen Test+, CySA+, CHFI, GCFA, GCIH).
• Travel: 25% OCOnus travel for pen testers.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning per established testing methodologies.
• Lead penetration tests, mentor junior testers, and provide technical guidance to stakeholders.
• Design and lead complex penetration tests, develop customized tools and methodologies, and advise on security best practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging threats and collaborate to improve policy and remediation efforts.

Skills

Pen Tester Experience

Scripting

Network Fundamentals

Vulnerability Scanning Tools

Mentoring

Network Protocols

Application Security

Social Engineering

Advanced Exploitation Techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher

High School GED

Associates Degree

Masters or Higher

Job description

VTG is recruiting Penetration Testers at Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 for positions in Chantilly, VA and Aurora, CO. All roles require TS/SCI with Poly and involve travel about 25% with an estimated starting pay range of $150,000–$195,000 per year.

Level 2 requires education and experience as listed; Level 3/4 expand leadership, tool development, and strategic security responsibilities. Certifications in DoD 8140 CSSP Incident Responder are preferred.