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Lead Penetration Tester

Falcon IT & Staffing Solutions

About the role

Seeking a skilled Lead Penetration Tester to join a high-performing agile team supporting a large, complex technical program focused on cybersecurity. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and cyber incident response, with a strong background in web development and security tools. This role offers the opportunity to lead security efforts across enterprise-wide information systems and collaborate with technical staff and customers to enhance security posture.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform internal and external penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Conduct web application penetration tests and vulnerability risk assessments.
  • Perform physical penetration tests and social engineering exercises.
  • Respond to cyber incidents as needed to support program security.
  • Collaborate with technical staff and customers to develop security strategies and modernization plans.
  • Manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and resolve issues promptly.
  • Ensure the overall security of enterprise-wide information systems.
Required skills

Penetration Testing Web Application Security Vulnerability Assessment Physical Penetration Testing Social Engineering Python Programming PowerShell Scripting Java Programming JavaScript Programming Burp Suite Web Inspect AppDetective Kali Linux IPS/IDS Solutions Cyber Kill Chain Methodology


Preferred skills

GIAC Web Applications Penetration Tester (GWAPT) GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified Web Application Defender (GWEB) Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)


Education requirements

Degree

Bachelor

Major

Computer Science

Job Requirements
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with FSP from NSA and a current FS polygraph within the last 6 years.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant penetration testing and cybersecurity experience.
  • Proficiency in web development and programming languages, including Java, XML, Perl, and HTML
  • Experience performing internal, external, web application, physical penetration tests, and social engineering.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, C, and JavaScript.
  • Familiarity with penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Web Inspect, AppDetective, and Kali Linux.
  • Experience with IPS/IDS solutions and understanding of the Cyber Kill Chain methodology.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities effectively.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with technical teams and customers.
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