The Role
The Intermediate Penetration Tester will conduct application, network, and wireless penetration tests, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend remediation strategies.
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Penetration Tester – Intermediate Location: Remote, with the ability to regularly travel to Ft. Belvoir, VA for meetings
Security Clearance Requirement: Required to possess a DOD SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) upon assignment.Position SummaryNationwide IT Services is seeking an Intermediate Penetration Tester to perform application, network, and wireless penetration testing in support of DoD mission environments. This role will identify vulnerabilities and provide detailed remediation recommendations to improve cybersecurity posture.Key Responsibilities
Security Clearance Requirement: Required to possess a DOD SECRET Clearance and be eligible for an IT-II Non-Critical Sensitive security clearance or Tier 3 (T3) upon assignment.Position SummaryNationwide IT Services is seeking an Intermediate Penetration Tester to perform application, network, and wireless penetration testing in support of DoD mission environments. This role will identify vulnerabilities and provide detailed remediation recommendations to improve cybersecurity posture.Key Responsibilities
- Perform penetration testing of applications, systems, and enclaves under general supervision.
- Conduct application, network, and wireless penetration testing assessments.
- Identify security flaws and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate testing projects with internal and external system owners.
- Document findings in technical reports and provide remediation recommendations.
- Three (3) years of proven proficiency performing vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
- Two (2) years of experience using testing tools (Nessus, Metasploit, CANVAS, Nmap, Burp Suite, Kismet)
- Two (2) years of experience with network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing methods
- One (1) year of experience writing testing assessment reports
- Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting Windows Server, IIS, Linux server, or Apache
- Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and networking architectures
- Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting Linux
- Understanding of PCI DSS testing
- Knowledge of OWASP standards and testing methodologies
- Knowledge of database, application, and web server design
- Experience scripting in Perl, Python, Ruby, Bash, or Java
- Experience with wireless LAN security testing
- Penetration testing certification (LPT, CEPT, CEH, or GPEN)
- Experience supporting DoD enterprise penetration testing programs
- Experience producing executive-level summaries of findings
Top Skills
Bash
Burp Suite
Canvas
Iis
Java
Kismet
Linux
Metasploit
Nessus
Nmap
Owasp
Perl
Python
Ruby
Tcp/Ip
Windows Server
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The Company
What We Do
Nationwide IT Services, Inc. (NIS) is designated 8(a) by the SBA, and a CVE verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Information Technology (IT) and Management consulting company. NIS has been providing Information Technology Solutions, program management support services and subject matter expertise within the federal government since 2006. NIS works with each client to deploy a mission-specific solution that:
Complies with the Regulatory Environment
Captures the Client’s Mission, Vision & Values
Aligns Objectives with Deliverables
Applies Industry Best Practices
Creates Measurable, Sustainable Change.
