Senior Penetration Tester

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Middletown, Midland (CT, RI, TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Penetration Tester to enhance security for critical submarine systems. This role involves planning and executing penetration tests, performing vulnerability analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate security into system designs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, particularly within maritime environments, and will leverage various tools and methodologies to uncover and mitigate security risks. Join a mission-driven organization committed to national security and continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Education and training assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in penetration testing with focus on submarine systems.
• Strong analytical skills and communication of security issues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute penetration tests on submarine systems.
• Produce detailed reports for technical and executive audiences.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Vulnerability Analysis

Security Assessments

Reporting & Documentation

Collaboration

Continuous Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Advanced degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Nmap

Python

Bash

Job description

Senior Penetration Tester

Location

US-RI-Middletown

ID

2025-2282

Category

IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems

Position Type

Full-Time

Remote

No

Clearance Required

Top Secret

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Information Systems Security Officer with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

Penetration Testing: Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests and security assessments on submarine systems to uncover security weaknesses.

• Vulnerability Analysis: Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities and security gaps found during assessments, and work with engineers to develop mitigation strategies.
• Security Assessments: Perform in-depth security assessments on network and system architecture to ensure adequate protection against threats.
• Reporting & Documentation: Produce detailed, accurate, and clear reports for technical and executive audiences, outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions.
• Collaboration: Engage with cross-functional teams such as engineering, IT, and operations to ensure security is integrated into system designs and operations.
• ool Development: Design and implement tools, techniques, and methodologies to improve the penetration testing process and automate repeatable tasks.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and methodologies relevant to maritime and submarine systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing, with at least 2 years focused on submarine or maritime systems.
• Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, CEH, or GPEN are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in various penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Strong understanding of network protocols and security architecture specific to submarine systems.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with a strong ability to communicate complex security issues to all levels of the organization.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $80,100.00/Yr. - USD $133,700.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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