Penetration Tester - Cymertek - Tysons, VA
Cymertek
Penetration TesterLOCATIONTysons, VA 22182CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship)KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will identify vulnerabilities and test the security of networks, applications, and systems by simulating real-world attacks. You will collaborate with teams to develop actionable recommendations, enhance security measures, and ensure the organization’s defenses remain robust against evolving threats. The ideal candidate is passionate about ethical hacking, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to contribute to protecting critical assets through innovative security testing techniques.*** Please note that our job openings are dynamic and can open or close quickly (much faster than we can publish). If you do not see an opening you are looking for, know that we see almost all types of positons. We strive to keep our listings up to date, but please consider submitting your current resume. Our team will work with you to identify the most recent opportunities that align with your skillset and career goals. We look forward to you joining our family. ***
SIMILAR CAREER TITLESEthical Hacker, Vulnerability Analyst, Security Consultant, Red Team Specialist, Cybersecurity Analyst, Application Security Tester, Security Engineer, Offensive Security Engineer, Security Assessment Specialist, Cyber Threat Analyst, Exploit Developer, etc.DEGREE (Level Desired)Bachelor's DegreeDEGREE (Focus)Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Network Security, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Digital Forensics, Ethical Hacking, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, etc.ALTERNATE EXPERIENCEGeneral comment on degrees: Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's De