Senior Penetration Tester - Secret Clearance, Govt IT

DirectViz Solutions; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job description

DirectViz Solutions, (DVS) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic services that meet mission IT needs for government customers. DVS provides innovative information technology solutions to government clients through the knowledge and expertise of our dedicated employees. DVS is an employee-centric employer that provides competitive compensation, comprehensive medical plans, 401k match, PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and employee recognition and appreciation programs.

At DVS, we recognize that our employees are our number one resource. If you are a problem-solving people-person, apply today!

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.