Computer Exploitation Test Engineer; Penetration Tester TS​/SCI

Praescient Analytics has an immediate opening for a Computer Exploitation Test Engineer - RTD (Red Team Detachment) to support an Army contract in Alexandria, VA. As a Computer Exploitation Engineer - RTD, you will need experience in the following:

• Conduct all-source analytic production of future and current leading edge technologies and their military applications worldwide. Project the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies and their potential impact on U.S. forces worldwide. Provide risk assessments on the transfer and diversion of defense and dual-use U.S. technologies and assess national security implications associated with foreign involvement in critical U.S. defense technology and defense sectors.
  
  Produce intelligence for the U.S. National, Defense and Acquisition Communities. Conduct all-source analysis to identify, exploit, and assess potential threats, transfer, and vulnerabilities to defense supply chains.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher and 3+ years of relevant experience or a High School Diploma and 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience implementing Red Team assessment tools, methods & techniques.
• Active TS/SCI or higher clearance (Must Have)
• An IAT Level III certification (one of the following: CASP, CCNP, CISA, CISSP, or GCIH)
• Windows Computing Environment (CE) certification
• Linux Computing Environment (CE) certification
• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) or GPEN (GIAC Certified Penetration Tester) certification

• Completion of the Red Team Apprentice, Offensive Methodology Analysis, Red Team Operations, or a similar Pen Testing course.
• Python Certification
• Experience with Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, and Kali Linux

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and Dev Ops, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision‑making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, Dev Ops, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data‑driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates:
Please forward your resume to recru and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescien