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# Cybersecurity Penetration Tester - TGEC

- **Company:** ASTRION, INC.
- **Location:** Eglin Air Force Base, FL, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Software System Penetration Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Ruby, Software Engineering, Wireless Networks
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18016874?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18016874%2FCybersecurity-Penetration-Tester-Tgec-Florida-Eglin-Air-Force-Base

## About the Role

* While there are no minimum education and experience levels required for a TMAS SME, the selectee must be regarded within the community of interest as a Subject Matter Expert in penetration testing from both technique and tools testing perspectives. This skill level will oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
 * Active Top Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship;
 * Must have or be able to obtain DOD 8570 IAT Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, ISSEP, etc.) within 6 months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment.
 * Extensive job experience as an ethical penetration tester
 * Extensive experience using modern penetration testing tools and methods
 * Experience in network security/engineering
 * Analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
 * Good organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills.
 * Excellent self-initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
 * Ability to work effectively in small and large team settings to solve complex problems.
 * Demonstrated hands on penetration testing (i.e., industry certificate such as OSCP, HTB write ups, etc.)
 * Travel 15-20 weeks per year., * Knowledge of common wired and wireless network protocol structures
 * Proficient in software development
 * Experience using interpreted languages (Python, Ruby, PHP, etc.)
 * Knowledge of compiled languages (C, C++, Assembly, Java, etc.)
 * Certifications: OSCP, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, GWAP, and/or CCNA

## Description

* Conducting cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, data collection, and reporting.
 * Performing system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities.
 * Executing hands-on testing which includes significant technical skills with multiple operating systems.
 * Documenting and communicating test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats on-technical user groups in written and oral formats.


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