Remote Associate Penetration Tester | Learn & Automate

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is seeking an Associate Penetration Tester to perform hands-on offensive security assessments across cloud platforms, networks, and emerging technologies. This remote role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and delivering clear, actionable remediation guidance to customers.

Ideal candidates apply ethical hacking techniques to identify vulnerabilities, develop PoCs, and contribute to automation and tool development within a supportive, team-focused

Qualifications

• One or more of the following certifications: CISSP, CCNP Security, CEH, OSCP, OSWE, GCFA, OSCE and related pen-test credentials.
• Experience with offensive security assessments and vulnerability remediation guidance.
• Willingness to travel and work in a fast-paced defense/security environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration testing engagements on customer systems, cloud solutions, and networks.
• Promote knowledge sharing and best practices within a learning-focused team.
• Produce high-quality, client-ready deliverables with clear remediation steps.
• Develop automation tools and processes to improve efficiency.
• Research threats and vulnerabilities to keep up to date with industry trends.
• Document findings with actionable PoCs and evidence for customers.

Skills

CISSP

CCNP Security

CEH

OSCP

OSWE

CompTIA PenTest+

GIAC

Burp Suite

Security+

CASP+ CE

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is seeking an Associate Penetration Tester to perform hands-on offensive security assessments across cloud platforms, networks, and emerging technologies. This remote role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and delivering clear, actionable remediation guidance to customers.

Ideal candidates apply ethical hacking techniques to identify vulnerabilities, develop PoCs, and contribute to automation and tool development within a supportive, team-focused