Senior Offensive Cybersecurity Test Analyst

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking a Senior Offensive Cybersecurity Test Analyst to join the BT&E cyber test capability. This onsite role focuses on planning, integrating and executing product security tests across embedded and IP-based systems.

Ideal candidates hold a U.S. Secret security clearance with 5+ years in penetration testing and product security, plus 2+ years leading projects. Relocation and international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required.
• 5+ years planning and executing penetration testing on IT or avionics embedded systems.
• 5+ years in product security or cybersecurity research.
• 3+ years leading and mentoring a technical team.
• 2+ years leading projects or engineering teams.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities on embedded systems and IP networks.
• Emulate advanced adversary tactics and procedures.
• Lead controlled attack simulations to test blue team defenses.
• Develop exploits and malware targeting modern OS and defenses.
• Communicate recommendations to stakeholders using MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, etc.
• Participate in test design and planning.
• Occasional domestic and international travel as needed.

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Offensive Cybersecurity Test Analyst to support the Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) cyber test capability. The selected applicant will join a highly technical Test & Evaluation team building an offensive cyber test capability in Berkeley, MO.

This position will be providing testing services to Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) portfolio. The primary responsibilities will include Product Security (Cyber) test planning, integration, and execution, mission-based risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and penetration tests. The selected applicant will become a Berkeley team member trained across the broader BT&E Product Security Capability team.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead execution of penetration tests to identify, exploit, and assess a target system’s vulnerabilities in a threat-representative manner on embedded systems and IP-based networks
• Subject Matter Expert for emulating advanced cyber adversary (advanced persistent threats) tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs)
• Lead controlled attack simulations that test the effectiveness of a blue team and its capabilities to detect, block, and mitigate attacks and breaches
• Develop exploits and malware targeting modern operating systems and defenses
• Communicate recommendations for improvements to customer stakeholders via reports or presentations using common frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, etc.
• Participate in test design and planning
• Occasional domestic and international travel as needed

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Berkeley, MO.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• 5+ years of experience planning and executing penetration testing of either IT based systems or Avionics embedded systems
• 5+ years of experience in product security, cybersecurity research, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience leading and mentoring a technical team
• 2+ years of experience leading projects or engineering teams
• Able to travel both domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• Demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders to define/plan/resource/deliver
• Experience designing and/or testing product systems
• Experience facilitating and/or supporting Cyber Table Top, Mission Based Cyber Risk Assessment, or equivalent exercises
• Experience planning and executing penetration tests in one or more of the following domains:
  • Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and INTEGRITY Operating Systems
  • IP-Based Networks
  • Avionics, Embedded Systems, Non-Standard Ethernet Protocols (ARINC, MIL-STD)
  • RF interfaces
• Experience coordinating and presenting technical content to a diverse audience
• Experience with program planning (cost and schedule)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, PowerShell
• One or more of the following Certifications:
  • Offensive Security Certified Engineer (OSCE)
  • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
  • GIAC Certified Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Testers (GXPN)
  • GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
  • Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $144,500 - $195,500

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 29, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.