Red Team Penetration Tester IV- TS/SCI Required

DirectViz, LLC
Dahlgren, VA, United States
25 days ago
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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
Languages
English

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Microsoft Windows Active Directory Apple Mac Systems Software System Penetration Testing C++ (Programming Language) Cyber Security Information Systems Computer Engineering Linux Python (Programming Language) Kali Linux
+9 more
Nmap Red Team (Cyber Security) Rust (Programming Language) Scripting Mitre Att&ck Information Technology Metasploit Cybercrime Cyber Warfare

Job description

  • Conduct advanced penetration tests and emulate sophisticated adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Develop and utilize custom tools and frameworks using platforms such as Metasploit, NMAP, Kali Linux, and Cobalt Strike.
  • Mimic threat behavior and simulate realistic cyber-attack scenarios to assess organizational resilience.
  • Exploit vulnerabilities in various environments including Linux, Windows, and macOS.
  • Perform Active Directory enumeration and exploitation.
  • Conduct exploit development and identify gaps in existing red team tools and methodologies.
  • Script and program in at least three languages such as Python, C++, Java, Rust, or Assembly to support offensive operations.
  • Collaborate with blue teams and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommend mitigation strategies.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Red Team Penetration Tester IV to join our elite cybersecurity team. In this critical role, you will simulate real-world cyber threats, identify vulnerabilities, and help enhance the security posture of mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate is a seasoned offensive cybersecurity professional with deep technical expertise, hands-on experience in red team operations, and a passion for outsmarting adversaries. ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE OR HIGHER IS REQUIRED, * Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.

Certifications (Required):

  • DoD 8570.01-M Baseline Certification , minimum SSCP Auditor level (in accordance with DFARS 252.239-7001).
  • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) .
  • Plus one of the following:
  • Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE)
  • Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE)
  • Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP)

Required Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years of full-time professional experience in penetration testing and/or offensive cyber operations.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in:
  • Offensive tool development and exploitation.
  • Threat simulation and red team engagements.
  • Use of varied operating systems and security tools.
  • Scripting and exploit development.

Clearance: Active TS/SCI

  • Experience with threat intelligence integration.
  • Familiarity with cyber kill chain and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
  • Experience working in highly secure or government environments.

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

  • Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
  • Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
  • Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
  • Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
  • Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
  • Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
  • Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
  • Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

Benefits & conditions

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

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