Security Control Assessor Test Engineer

LV8D Solutions
Chantilly, VA, United States
15 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Software System Penetration Testing Computer Networks Network Topologies Network Configuration and Change Management Network Forensics Network Monitoring Packet Analyzer Red Team (Cyber Security) Virtualization Technology Test Scripts Vulnerability Analysis

Requirements

Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment., * Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of relevant experience or

  • Master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience Clearance:

  • TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Requirements / Responsibilities:

  • Experience evaluating systems and recommending changes to improve the systems’ security posture
  • Experience in penetration testing, red team, system / network configuration, and familiarity with different operating systems and virtualization platforms
  • Willingness to obtain an associated certification such as CEH, PenTest, OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, or GPEN, if not already obtained
  • Knowledgeable in hacker / hacktivist group capabilities, intentions and methodologies
  • Experience with incident handling procedures, network threat assessment, and analysis activities
  • Knowledgeable in the security landscape (attack vectors, best practices, and mitigation)
  • Experience using packet capture and analysis tools
  • Experience using computer and network forensics techniques
  • Knowledgeable in hardening techniques
  • Experience in network and web related protocol analysis
  • Experience using industry standard security scanning tools
  • Perform security testing in conjunction with the Security Control Assessment (SCA) team to achieve ATO (Authorization to Operate)
  • Perform application security testing on mission critical IC systems
  • Identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata
  • Ability to reconstruct a malicious attack or activity based on network traffic
  • Assess network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns
  • Perform network monitoring, network mapping, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing
  • Train and mentor cybersecurity professionals
  • Review test plans / procedures, test results, and test reports for completeness and accuracy, including compliance to approved plans, and provide feedback to the GPOC
  • Experience with IC or Department of Defense (DoD) mission systems
  • Develop productive relationships with Prime / Subcontractor counterparts, functional counterparts, and other subject matter experts
  • Author, review, and coordinate cybersecurity documents
  • Ability to lead and be the primary point of contact for one or more projects
  • Effective interpersonal skills (across multiple groups, offices, and organizations) and strong customer engagement skills
  • Ability to communicate very technical subjects to a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of technical expertise
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment

Benefits & conditions

At LV8D Solutions, we offer a competitive salary and impressive benefits package which includes:

  • Up to 10% 401k company contribution (i.e., 6% matching + 4% profit sharing = 10%)
  • 75% company funded Health insurances (Medical/Vision/Dental), should employee enroll in company benefits
  • 100% company funded short- and long-term disability insurances
  • 100% company funded accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • 100% company funded life insurance
  • 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid Holidays
  • Professional certification fees reimbursement (e.g., PMP, CISSP, Security+, etc.)

LV8D Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About the company

Company Information: LV8D Solutions is a provider of engineering services through knowledgeable and experienced subject matter experts who recommend innovative solutions to solve complex problems. Please visit www.LV8DSolutions.com for more company information.

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