Penetration Tester

The Judge Group
Beltsville, MD, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Apple Mac Systems Software System Penetration Testing Microsoft Azure Bash Shell Cloud Computing Cross-Site Request Forgery Linux Python (Programming Language)
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Windows PowerShell Red Team (Cyber Security) SQL Injection Software Vulnerability Management Web Applications Scripting Google Cloud Cloud Platform System Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Blue Team (Cyber Security)

Requirements

  • Active Security Clearance
  • Federal Contracting Experience
  • Familiarity with working in government environments, including compliance with NIST, FISMA, and FedRAMP standards.

Technical Skills

  • Penetration Testing Tools
  • Vulnerability Remediation
  • Operating Systems Expertise:
  • Deep understanding of Windows, Linux, and macOS internals.
  • Scripting & Programming:
  • Experience with Python, PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting languages used in automation and exploit development.
  • Network & Web Application Testing:
  • Ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in networks, APIs, and web applications (e.g., SQLi, XSS, CSRF).
  • Active Directory & Cloud Environments:
  • Experience with AD enumeration and exploitation; familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Certifications (Preferred)

  • HVA Operator Certification strongly desired
  • OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • GPEN (GIAC Penetration Tester)
  • CPT (Certified Penetration Tester)

Soft Skills

  • Strong report writing and communication skills
  • Ability to brief technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
  • Team collaboration and red team/blue team coordination experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

About the company

The Judge Group is currently seeking a Penetration Tester with an active secret clearance to support a classified customer in Beltsville, MD. This position is onsite five days per week.

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