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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Jr Cyber Penetration Tester - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $66,000.0 - $106,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Software System Penetration Testing, Bash Shell, Burp Suite, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Cross-Site Request Forgery, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Networking Hardware, Python (Programming Language), Nmap, Windows PowerShell, SQL Injection, Web Applications, Network Routing, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Metasploit, Data Analytics, Cts+, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18088776?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18088776%2FJr-Cyber-Penetration-Tester-Virginia-Arlington ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and 2 year of related experience or additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement. * Demonstrated basic understanding of networking and security principles. * Experience with evaluating system security configurations. * Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of network routing & switching and assessing network device configurations. * Familiarity in evaluating findings and performing root cause analysis. * Demonstrated ability to work alone and/or within a small group. * Must possess and maintain ONE of the listed certifications below: + CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CEH, CFR, Cloud+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, or SCYBER * U.S. citizenship required. * Active Secret security clearance. Preferred: * Active Top Secret or TS/SCI. ## Description This Federal Strategic Cyber program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise the Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate. This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. In this role, you will: Support the Penetration Testing (Red Cell) Team. * Assess the current state of the customer's system security by identifying all vulnerabilities and security measures. * Help customer perform analysis and mitigation of security vulnerabilities. * Perform and report on penetration testing of systems, including cloud, to satisfy the NIST 800-53 CA-8 security control and using methodologies that may include, NIST SP 800-115, Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), and Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF). * Stay abreast of current attack vectors and unique methods for exploitation of computer networks. * Provide support to incident response teams through capability enhancement and reporting. * Assist in maintaining Red Cell infrastructure. * Develop or modify tools that automate discovery or exploitation (e.g. bash, Python, JavaScript, PowerShell). Join Our Mission: At Peraton, you'll be part of a team that's making a real difference. We are committed to creating solutions that empower the U.S. Intelligence Community and our national defense partners to succeed in their mission to protect America. We offer a culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, with opportunities for career growth in one of the most dynamic fields in the industry. 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