Senior Federal Penetration Tester

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Federal Penetration Tester with A-LIGN, you will be part of a dedicated team whose sole purpose is to test and improve the security of our clients’ systems and data, across a wide range of industries. In this role, you will utilize a broad range of tools and will constantly evolve to discover new vulnerabilities and security weaknesses.

Your responsibilities will include planning and executing penetration testing under the direction of a member of the management team.

This position is open nationwide and will work from home- candidates living anywhere in the United States can apply.

REPORTS TO: Managing Consultant

PAY CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute internal, external, wireless, and web application pen tests
• Execute social engineering tests, including phishing, vishing, and physical
• Execute Vulnerability scans and assessments
• Compile and write client reports
• Navigate the Kali system from the command line only
• Create, modify, move, and write files and documents from the command line only
• Create and write Bash scripts from the command line
• Reimage devices and virtual machines with Kali Linux
• Execute Web App, Database, and Infrastructure Scanning

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION      

Master's or bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, management information systems, computer science, or relevant discipline

EXPERIENCE      

• At least 2 years of experience performing network and application pen tests
• Proven experience with DoD Special Publications and Instructions
• Proven knowledge of FISMA/FedRAMP methodologies
• Experience with NIST 800-53 framework
• Familiar with Burp Suite Scanner
• Strong understanding of AWS/Azure Cloud Architecture

CERTIFICATIONS

Current C|EH, OSCP, or other related certification

SKILLS

• Familiarity with a text editor, Nano, Vi, etc
• Knowledge of nMap tool and flag options
• Solid knowledge of networking, creating SSH tunnels, and listening for them on a receiving device
• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and well spoken
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
• A high degree of motivation

BENEFITS

• Generous Paid Time Off Plan 
• Technology Allowance 
• Parking Allowance
• 401 (K) Plan  
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance 
• Employer Paid Health, Vision, Dental 
• Paid Office Closure December 24-January 1 
• Paid Holidays Schedule 
• Certification Reimbursement 
• Competitive Bonus Structure 
• TSA PreCheck Reimbursement 
• Flu Shot Reimbursement