Red Team Penetration Tester and Operator, Senior
Lead enterprise and system-focused network and penetration assessments to identify security risks within applications, security controls, and network infrastructure. Apply offensive security expertise and consulting skills to deliver security analysis and provide solutions to Booz Allen's Enterprise Technology Services and Solutions team. Plan and execute end-to-end red and purple team scenarios to highlight gaps impacting the organization's security posture using established rules of engagement. Perform penetration testing, including internet, intranet, wireless, mobile devices and applications, and web applications. Convey complex technical security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives. Join a team of security enthusiasts that perform security cutting edge research pertinent to the firm and promote an environment of innovation and knowledge sharing.
3+ years of experience with penetration testing and red teaming, or cybersecurity
Experience with vulnerability enumeration and exploitation frameworks, including Burp Suite Pro, Metasploit, or Cobalt Strike
Knowledge of functionality and capabilities of network defense technologies, including incident response, web application firewalls, SIEM, and EDR solutions
Ability to write high-quality assessment reports
Ability to mentor junior-level staff by teaching the latest penetration testing techniques
Ability to conduct organized security testing engagements with little assistance
Ability to obtain a security clearance
Bachelor's degree in Information Security or Computer Science
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with testing cloud-hosted solutions
Experience with red teaming (covert computer network exploitation)
Knowledge of Active Directory, Azure, and Amazon Web Services
Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or Golang
Ability to operate in a fast-paced work environment, multi-task, and handle truncated delivery deadlines
Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills, to communicate with clients, teammates, and senior leadership
Possession of strong team building skills
OSCP certification
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Compensation
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