Senior Penetration Tester

DirectViz Solutions; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DirectViz Solutions in Sierra Vista, Arizona, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Penetration Tester to join their dynamic team at Fort Huachuca. This exciting opportunity involves conducting penetration tests on various systems and documenting findings to enhance security measures.

The ideal candidate will possess the necessary educational background, including at least a high school diploma with relevant experience or a degree in Cyber Security. Certifications such as IAT II and CSSP-AU are essential for this role, alongside a strong ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Secret Clearance or have the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration tests on networks and systems to identify security weaknesses.
• Document findings and provide actionable remediation recommendations.
• Simulate real-world attacks to assess defensive measures.

Skills

Networking security analysis

Vulnerability assessment tools

Penetration testing methodologies

Cybersecurity trends awareness

Education

High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience

Associate's Degree in Cyber Security

Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security

Tools

IAT II Certification

CSSP-AU Certification

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

Job description

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Penetration Tester to join a dynamic team supporting a large mission at Fort Huachuca, AZ. This role involves providing advanced technology solutions in an enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration tests on networks, applications, and systems to identify security weaknesses
• Document findings, including vulnerabilities and risks, and provide actionable remediation recommendations
• Perform post-exploitation analysis and simulate real-world attacks to assess the effectiveness of defensive measures
• Develop and maintain scripts, tools, and techniques to enhance penetration testing capabilities
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, attack techniques, and penetration testing tools
• Collaborate with cyber professionals, including red and blue teams, and engage with law enforcement, counterintelligence, and intelligence professionals to understand adversary tactics
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and testing methodologies
• Utilize a wide range of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment tools and techniques
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma + 2 years of relevant experience, or Associate’s Degree (AA/AS), or Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Cyber Security or related field
• Must possess a Secret Clearance or have the ability to obtain one

• Certifications: IAT II Certification (Security+CE or equivalent) at the time of hire
• CSSP-AU Certification (Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or equivalent) at the time of hire

Physical and Mental Qualifications

• Be able to maintain awareness during scheduled working hours
• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at desk and working on a computer (mouse and keyboard)
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Excellent verbal and written communication; good command of the English language
• Execute tasks independently and work as a team
• Learns and memories routine tasks
• Strong organizational, grammar, business correspondence, and self-management skills
• Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities
• DVS retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.