Junior Penetration Tester

Summary

Cyber Defense Technologies is looking for a Junior Penetration Tester to support a government customer onsite in Chantilly, VA. The role involves performing basic reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning, identifying vulnerabilities, and documenting findings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing basic reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning in accordance with established testing methodologies
• Identifies common vulnerabilities that can be potentially exploited, documents and reports findings
• Possess basic scripting abilities and an understanding of network fundamentals and vulnerability scanning tools

Skills

• An active Top Secret/SCI with CI poly
• High School Diploma/GED, Associates Degree and 3 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in cyber security with a focus on red teaming, penetration testing, or threat hunting
• Basic scripting abilities
• Understanding of network fundamentals and vulnerability scanning tools
• OSCP certification

Qualifications

Must Haves

• An active Top Secret/SCI with CI poly
• High School Diploma/GED, Associates Degree and 3 years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in cyber security with a focus on red teaming, penetration testing, or threat hunting
• Basic scripting abilities
• Understanding of network fundamentals and vulnerability scanning tools

Nice to Haves

• OSCP certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.