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Penetration Tester

Job in Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80012, USA
Listing for: VTG Defense
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-19
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

VTG is looking for multiple levels (Level 2, 3 &
4) of a Penetration Tester in Chantilly VA and Aurora CO. (

Note:

position is contingent upon program award and the postions are located in Chantilly VA & Auroro CO)

Travel: 25% estimate for pen testers (OCONUS travel 2x per year).

What will you do?

Pen Tester, Level 2 (Intermediate) Functional

Description:

In addition to being 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. The Level 2 Pen Tester is responsible for conducting more complex penetration tests, exploring more complex vulnerability analysis including misconfigurations and zero-day exploits, and developing more sophisticated exploitation techniques.

Leads penetration tests, mentoring junior testers, and providing technical guidance to stakeholders. Possess expertise in network protocols, application security, social engineering, and advanced scripting.

Pen Tester, Level 3 (Senior) Functional

Description:

In addition to achieved duties described in Level 2, the Pen Tester is responsible for designing and leading complex penetration tests, develops customized tools and methodologies; providing expert guidance on security best practices; identifying complex vulnerabilities, providing strategic security advice, and leading remediation efforts; collaborating with management to develop security policies, training other cybersecurity professionals, and staying abreast of emerging threats.

Possess extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, industry standards, and advanced security tools.

Pen Tester, Level 4 (Subject Matter Expert) Functional

Description:

In addition to achieved duties described in Level 3, the Pen Tester will possess additional years of experience as described in Table

A.5.5.1.

Do you have what it takes?

All positions require: TS/SCI with Poly

Level 2 Penetration Tester
  • Education:

    Bachelor's Degree or Higher, AND
  • Pen Tester

    Experience:

    3 years
  • OR
  • High School GED + 5 Years Relevant Experience
  • Associates Degree + 4 Years Relevant Experience
  • Masters or Higher + 2 Years Relevant Experience
Level 3 Penetration Tester
  • Education:

    Bachelor's Degree or Higher, AND
  • Pen Tester

    Experience:

    4 years
  • OR
  • High School GED + 9 Years Relevant Experience
  • Associates Degree + 7 Years Relevant Experience
  • Masters or Higher + 5 Years Relevant Experience
Level 4 Penetration Tester
  • Education:

    Bachelor's Degree or Higher, AND
  • Pen Tester

    Experience:

    7 years
  • OR
  • Masters or Higher + 6 Year Relevant Experience
All Level Certification Requirement:
Minimum Security+

Desired:
DoD 8140 - CSSP Incident Responder certification:

  • Cyber Sec First Responder (CFR)
  • Cisco Cert. Network Assoc. Cyber Ops (CCNA Cyber Ops)
  • CompTIA Pen Test+
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
  • CCNA Security
  • GIAC Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • SCYBER

Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $150, annually, which is a general guideline for and depending on the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range

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