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Requisition #: 643
Job Title: Penetration Testing SME
Location: Remote (Alexandria, VA)
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret
Required Certification(s):
· PNPT, OSCP, OSCE, GXPN, GPEN, GCIH, GWAPT, GCFA or possess a willingness to pursue certifications after hire
SUMMARY
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), Cybersecurity Division, has a requirement to enhance existing Pen Test resources with the goal of improving the Pen Test team’s capability in assessing external-facing agency systems.
A successful candidate will have verifiable experience in offensive security, attack simulation, scripting, and communication skills. Strong technical capabilities, and an understanding of in-scope systems to the organization with respect to operational impact. It is important as a key function of the role is to work closely with production teams of systems assessed.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Conduct Penetration Testing (application and/or infrastructure) and articulate security issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
· Identify, research, validate, and exploit various known and unknown security vulnerabilities
· Coordinate with business and technical contacts to assist in the development and delivery of secure solutions
· Compose detailed, technical, attack narratives which outline specific attack chains utilized, clear impact of vulnerabilities discovered, and suggested paths to remediation which address root cause of identified weak points in enterprise security architecture
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
· PNPT, OSCP, OSCE, GXPN, GPEN, GCIH, GWAPT, GCFA or possess a willingness to pursue certifications after hire
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
· Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
· Qualifications (Senior)
· 5+ years of relevant experience with the requirements below:
· Extensive experience working with Offensive Security Methodologies and Attack Simulation Techniques
· Offensive Security testing tools. e.g., Cobalt Strike, Kali Linux, Bloodhound, Red Team Toolkits
· Exploitation frameworks, e.g., Metasploit, CANVAS, Core Impact
· Deep understanding of OSI model
· OS Security. e.g. Unix/Linux, Windows, OSX
· Understanding of common protocols. e.g. HTTP, LDAP, SMTP, DNS
· Web application infrastructure. e.g. Application Servers, Web Servers, Databases
· Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a variety of analytical groups and service delivery organizations
· Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
· Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
· Proficient in interpreting and applying policies, standards and procedures
· Demonstrated ability to remain unbiased in a diverse working environment
Preferred Skills
· Experience leveraging the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
· Vulnerability Assessment tools. e.g., Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7
· Social Engineering campaigns. e.g. email phishing, phone calls, SET
· Security devices, i.e. Firewalls, VPN, AAA systems
· Web development and programming languages. e.g. Python, Perl, Ruby, Java, .Net
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
· Remote
Strength Demands
· Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Physical Requirements
· Stand or Sit; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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