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Booz Allen Hamilton • Herndon, Virginia, United States
Salary: $86,800 - $198,000 / year
Role & seniority: Penetration Tester; senior-level (5+ years in pentesting and related security work)
Stack/tools: Linux, Windows, virtual platforms; cloud-native and on-prem environments; adversarial testing methodologies; security assessment frameworks; incident response collaboration (purple team)
Design and implement advanced security assessment frameworks and tailored testing methodologies for mission-critical environments
Conduct comprehensive security audits across enterprise and mission systems; identify vulnerabilities and provide actionable remediation
Lead and guide teams in vulnerability discovery, cloud/container security, and strengthening defensive postures; collaborate with incident response
5+ years in cyber penetration testing, risk/threat mitigation, and hands-on security testing
Proficiency with Linux/Windows and network security analysis; experience with adversarial tactics
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; HS diploma or GED
Manual source code auditing (Java, Python, JavaScript, Ruby, Rust, C)
Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering or related field
Certifications: CEH, OSCP, CPTS, EJPT, GPEN, or GIAC Cloud Penetration Tester
Location & work type: Flexible location; work model supports remote, hybrid, or onsite per role; full-time or part-time (≥20 hours/week) eligibility for benefits
Penetration Tester The Opportunity: We’re mission accelerators who protect and advance national interests by harnessing cutting-edge technology. As a penetration tester, you'll drive strategic initiatives to safeguard our critical digital environments in support of high-stakes national security clients. Your expertise in identifying and mitigating complex vulnerabilities, simulating sophisticated real-world cyberattacks, and assessing the security posture of both cloud-native and on-premises infrastructures will ensure the security of computer systems, applications, servers, and networks. In this role, you’ll lead the design and implementation of advanced security assessment frameworks and the creation of tailored testing methodologies for unique, mission-critical client environments, continuously enhancing methodologies to stay ahead of emerging threats. This is an opportunity to conduct comprehensive security audits across enterprise-wide systems and mission systems, while collaborating with incident response teams to "purple team" and refine defensive postures. You’ll oversee and guide teams to identify vulnerabilities and provide actionable solutions to enhance network resilience, cloud and container security, and robust application security. Work with us as we help keep our customers’ digital environments secure. Join us. The world can't wait. You Have: 5+ years of experience with cyber penetration testing or developing risk and threat mitigation plans 5+ years of experience operating in Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms 5+ years of experience with computer attack methods and system exploitation techniques 5+ years of experience leveraging adversarial tactics to conduct hands-on security testing 5+ years of experience performing network security analysis, including software or traffic analysis TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph HS diploma or GED Nice If You Have: Experience manually auditing source code, including Java, Ruby, Python, JavaScript, Rust, or C, to find security issues Bachelor's degree in CS, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), HTB Certified Penetration Tester Specialist (CPTS), eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (EJPT), GIAC Global Information Assurance Penetration Tester (GPEN), or GIAC Cloud Penetration Tester Certification 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 with polygraph is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. 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About Booz Allen Hamilton Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting-edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. 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