Penetration Tester (Red Team)

Penetration Tester

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Penetration Tester with an active TS/SCI clearance in Washington, DC (4 days onsite, 1 day remote).

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing of computer systems, cloud-based systems, networks, and web-based applications, software assurance, and vulnerability assessments
• Identify security weaknesses, document findings, and provide recommendations to improve security
• Identify root causes of many common vulnerabilities including buffer overflows, SQL injection, cross-site request forgery (CSRF), stored/reflective cross-site scripting (XSS), race-condition (TOCTOU), XML External Entity (XXE), encryption weaknesses, authentication bypass, and others
• Identify and address security implications during software acceptance activities, including completion criteria, risk acceptance and documentation, common criteria, and methods of independent testing
• Apply defense functions (e.g., encryption, access control, identity management) to reduce exploitation opportunities due to potential supply chain vulnerabilities
• Provide threat intelligence and vulnerability research using NIST 800-53 CSF and MITRE ATT&CK Framework for decision making in cloud security architecture enhancements for testing and production environments
• Develop new testing methods to identify vulnerabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's with 12+ years of cybersecurity experience (or commensurate experience)
• Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI clearance

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

Interview & Hiring Process

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $108,310.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.