Penetration Tester
Booz Allen Hamilton • Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
Salary: $86,800 - $198,000 / year
Role & seniority: Red Team Penetration Tester (senior-level), focused on military-critical systems; requires active TS/SCI clearance.
Stack/tools: Linux CE, Windows CE; OSCP or GPEN; DoD 8570 IAT III (e.g., CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCSP); red-team tools (experience with Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Kali Linux preferred).
Top 3 responsibilities
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Conduct red-team assessments to test, configure, and maintain military operating systems.
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Collaborate with technical experts to overcome challenges and improve unit readiness and cybersecurity posture.
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Communicate findings and contribute to solution delivery, mentoring others as needed.
Must-have skills
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TS/SCI clearance; HS diploma or GED with 7+ years IT experience or Bachelor’s with 3+ years IT experience.
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Certifications: Linux CE, Windows CE, OSCP or GPEN; DoD 8570 IAT III (e.g., CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, CCSP).
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Experience implementing red-team methodologies, tools, and techniques.
Nice-to-haves
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Experience with Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Kali Linux; Python knowledge; completion of Red Team Apprentice/Offensive Methodology/Red Team Operations training.
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Location & work type: Flexible work model (remote or hybrid); may involve on-site engagement as needed; eligibility for remote/hybrid per project.
Full Description
Penetration Tester The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to use your technical expertise and grow your skills to provide technical solutions in support of our warfighters? We’re looking for a Red Team Penetration Tester to help test, configure, and maintain military critical operating systems. As a Red Team Penetration Tester on our project, you’ll work with other technical experts to help our customer overcome tough challenges and help improve the readiness of military units to perform their roles. Your communication skills will come in handy as you share your experience and work as a vital member of a team to solve daily challenges as we support and improve military cybersecurity. Booz Allen is committed to creating an environment where you can nourish your cyber career through mentoring, the opportunity to leverage new resources, and gain in-demand certifications to sharpen your skill set. With opportunities supporting both the private and public sectors across multiple geographies, your career is only limited by your own appetite for exploration. Work with us to secure our systems, networks, and crucial infrastructures. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: Experience implementing red team assessment methods, tools, and techniques TS/SCI clearance HS diploma or GED and 7+ years of experience in Information Technology, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in Information Technology Linux Computing Environment (CE) Certification Windows CE Certification Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) Certification DoD Approved 8570 Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level III Certification, including CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, or CCSP Certification Nice If You Have: Experience with Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, and Kali Linux Python Certification Completion of the Red Team Apprentice, Offensive Methodology Analysis, or Red Team Operations Training Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required. 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