Penetration Tester – Intermediate Active Secret Clearance

Work Location:

Remote with regular meetings voir, VA

Clearance Requirements:
Active Secret Clearance

We are seeking an Intermediate Penetration Tester to perform application, network, and wireless penetration testing in support of DoD mission environments. This role will identify vulnerabilities and provide detailed remediation recommendations to improve cybersecurity posture.

• Perform penetration testing of applications, systems, and enclaves under general supervision.
• Conduct application, network, and wireless penetration testing assessments.
• Identify security flaws and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate testing projects with internal and external system owners.
• Document findings in technical reports and provide remediation recommendations.

• Must have Active Secret Clerance
• Three (3) years of proven proficiency performing vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
• Two (2) years of experience using testing tools (Nessus, Metasploit, CANVAS, Nmap, Burp Suite, Kismet)
• Two (2) years of experience with network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing methods
• One (1) year of experience writing testing assessment reports
• Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting Windows Server, IIS, Linux server, or Apache
• Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and networking architectures
• Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting Linux
• Understanding of PCI DSS testing
• Knowledge of OWASP standards and testing methodologies
• Knowledge of database, application, and web server design
• Experience scripting in Perl, Python, Ruby, Bash, or Java
• Experience with wireless LAN security testing
• Must hold any of the Penetration testing certification (LPT, CEPT, CEH, or GPEN)

• Experience supporting DoD enterprise penetration testing programs
• Experience producing executive-level summaries of findings

If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity, please contact Irina Rozenberg

at your earliest convenience.

At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of:
Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts;
Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners;
Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.