Cybersecurity Penetration Tester (Traditional) - SME - Astrion - Eglin AFB, FL

Overview

CYBERSECURITY PENETRATION TESTER (TRADITIONAL) - SME

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Secret

CERTIFICATION: See Below

TRAVEL: 30%

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Penetration Tester – Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 48 CTS / TGEC, at Eglin AFB, FL.

This SME-level role serves as the technical leader for penetration testing of Department of Defense (DoD) systems within the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron. The 48 CTS provides a range of cybersecurity support to both the United States Air and Space Forces, and this position represents the highest level of individual technical contribution on the team.
The ideal candidate is a proven expert who has mastered the cooperative cybersecurity testing skillset as applied to DoD environments. In addition to executing technically complex penetration tests, the SME provides strategic direction on test methodologies, mentors senior and mid-level testers, and serves as the authoritative voice on penetration testing approaches, tools, and findings across the program.

This position includes travel to meet 48th CTS mission requirements of up to 30% of the time, primarily within the United States with possible overseas travel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in penetration testing of DoD systems; depth of knowledge and operational experience rather than a specific degree or years-of-service threshold is the primary qualifying criterion.Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.Must meet DOD 8140 Cyber Workforce Foundational Qualification requirements prior to the commencement of work.Expert-level proficiency with modern penetration testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies as applied to DoD operational environments.Advanced experience testing and exploiting web applications, including complex aut