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Cleared Penetration Tester

Job in Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, USA
Listing for: Fortreum
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-25
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, IT Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Penetration Tester

Fortreum is a trusted leader in cloud and cybersecurity services, ranked among the Top 5 FedRAMP Third Party Assessment Organizations (3

PAO). With the addition of Kovr.

AI, we have expanded our capabilities to include advanced cyber risk quantification and analytics, enabling organizations to better understand, measure, and communicate risk. Together, we deliver independent, third-party, vendor-agnostic regulatory assessment and advisory services, alongside advanced cybersecurity offensive and compliance technical solutions. Our comprehensive service portfolio spans regulatory compliance frameworks including FedRAMP, CMMC, FISMA, SOC, PCI, ISO, and HIPAA.

Working with Fortune 500 companies and leading cloud service providers, we've built our reputation on service-delivery excellence and an unwavering commitment to client success. Our continued rapid growth creates exceptional opportunities for driven professionals to make their mark in the cybersecurity industry—guided by our core values: quality above all, a customer-driven mindset, autonomy, and personal accountability.

The Opportunity

On our team, you will have the opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the field. Fortreum team members have supported the biggest cloud providers in the world, and you will have the opportunity to learn from the best. We're seeking a seasoned Penetration Tester to join our team. Your expertise in cloud penetration testing (FedRAMP and other compliance frameworks) and security best practices will be essential in helping our customers.

Key Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for conducting network, application (API, mobile, and web), and Social Engineering penetration testing. Specifically, you would:

  • Work closely with all members of the team to conduct penetration testing of customer networks, applications (API, web, and mobile), and/or social engineering activities to achieve the customer's objectives of the engagement.
  • Advise customers on details of vulnerabilities, remediation strategies, and compliance requirements
  • Prepare final deliverables for delivery to customers within established timelines
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers and stakeholders
  • Coordinate project readiness with internal teams and customers
  • Pursue continuous professional development in by achieving industry specific certifications (must be willing to meet FedRAMP certification requirements as outlined by A2LA)
  • Perform project readouts with customers to notify them of the outcome of their penetration test
  • Train and mentor junior team members
  • Interface with customers and other internal delivery team members through entire engagement, interacting will all levels of customer organizations

This is a customer facing role. Travel is expected to be limited in nature; however, you may be required to travel to client locations to deliver professional services periodically when needed.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or 4 years of equivalent job experience
  • 2+ years of professional services experience
  • 3+ years of web application and network penetration testing experience
  • Proficient in at least one or more scripting languages (i.e., bash, python, Power Shell, ruby, etc.)
  • Strong technical acumen with regards to penetration testing methodologies
  • Familiarity with best practices frameworks such as OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, OSSTMM, and/or PTES
  • Ability to work in a SCIF in Northern Virginia or Seattle, Washington
  • Active Top Secret clearance or ability to get a Top Secret clearance
Preferred Skills
  • eCPPT, OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, or GPEN certifications
  • Ability to quickly assess new and leading-edge technologies and concepts
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to develop technical content for website updates, whitepapers, and blog posts that can be used both internally and by our clients to assist them in evaluating/building out their security programs
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with team members and clients
  • Familiarity with commonly used network architecture, network devices/services, development platforms, and software suites
  • Abili…
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