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Senior Penetration Tester, DoD Contractor

MAINSAIL Group
Colorado, CO Contractor
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/18/2025
Job Description

MAINSAIL Group has an exciting opportunity for an SE-4 Cybersecurity Penetration Tester for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 48 CTS / TGEC.

Our cybersecurity test team is searching for new members to support the 48th Cyber Space Test Squadron (48 CTS) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. The 48th CTS provides a range of cybersecurity support to both the United States Air and Space Forces. Applicants should be able to help conduct penetration testing and conduct security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

We realize that no one will have all these qualifications. We are looking for people that can bring a strong foundation in one of the listed areas and are motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on the skillset.

This position provides support to the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases (SFB) Colorado and does include travel to meet 48th CTS mission requirements. Travel can be up to 25% of the time and mostly includes travel within the United States but may include travel overseas.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an SE-4 Cybersecurity Penetration Tester for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 48 CTS / TGEC.

Our cybersecurity test team is searching for new members to support the 48th Cyber Space Test Squadron (48 CTS) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. The 48th CTS provides a range of cybersecurity support to both the United States Air and Space Forces. Applicants should be able to help conduct penetration testing and conduct security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

We realize that no one will have all these qualifications. We are looking for people that can bring a strong foundation in one of the listed areas and are motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on the skillset.

This position provides support to the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases (SFB) Colorado and does include travel to meet 48th CTS mission requirements. Travel can be up to 25% of the time and mostly includes travel within the United States but may include travel overseas.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent penetration testing, data collection, test automation, and reporting.
  • Develop test tools and strategies for cybersecurity testing in DOD.
  • Perform system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities.
  • Execute hands-on testing which include technical skills with multiple operating systems. (Windows, Linux, Unix) as well as various software/databases (Apache, SQL Server, Oracle, etc.).
  • Provide technical guidance and support to penetration test teams.
  • Document and communicate test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats.
  • Provide technical support in the management, planning, and execution of CVI, ACD, and CVPA

Desired Qualifications / Skills

  • Experience leading the team and performing penetration test activities/events.
  • Knowledge of source code vulnerability analysis.
  • Knowledge of network security/engineering.
  • Knowledge of common wired and wireless network protocol structures.
  • Experience using interpreted languages (Python, Ruby, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, PHP, etc.).
  • Knowledge of compiled languages (C, C , Assembly, Java, etc.).
  • Certifications: CISSP, CASP, OSCP, OSEP, OSWA, OSWE, OSED, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, and/or GWAP

Company Description

MAINSAIL Group is located in Boston, MA and Washington, DC. We leverage our extensive operational expertise and technical knowledge to provide best-in-class solutions to our customers. Our specialized services support offices across the Defense Department and Department of Veterans Affairs delivering Program Management, Software Development, Systems Engineering, C4ISR Systems Acquisition, Strategic Planning, Agile methodologies and more.

MAINSAIL Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, medical condition, military veteran status or on the basis of physical handicap which, with reasonable accommodation, render the application to satisfactorily perform the job available.

MAINSAIL Group is located in Boston, MA and Washington, DC. We leverage our extensive operational expertise and technical knowledge to provide best-in-class solutions to our customers. Our specialized services support offices across the Defense Department and Department of Veterans Affairs delivering Program Management, Software Development, Systems Engineering, C4ISR Systems Acquisition, Strategic Planning, Agile methodologies and more. MAINSAIL Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, medical condition, military veteran status or on the basis of physical handicap which, with reasonable accommodation, render the application to satisfactorily perform the job available.

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