The Penetration Tester will conduct vulnerability assessments, phishing evaluations, and operate security assessment tools, with an emphasis on reporting and coordination with teams.
Gray Tier Technologies is looking for a Penetration Tester to join our team!
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of host identification and exploitation of vulnerabilities
- Knowledge of phishing procedures
- Knowledge of script writing and crafting of payloads
- Knowledge of database operations and system/network administration
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the operation of assessment tools (including but not limited to Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Powersploit, and Cobalt Strike)
- Ability to operate critically in dynamic environments
- Knowledge of FISMA and NIST 800 series standards
- In-depth knowledge of network mapping, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and Web Application testing
- In-depth knowledge of the procedures of Phishing Assessments, Wireless Assessments, Operating System Security Assessments, and Database Assessments
Requirements:
- 2-3 years of operational experience, at least one related industry certification [OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, GXPN,
or equivalent]). Proficiency includes all core competencies mentioned above in addition to: - Coordinates assessment equipment, including ensuring images on assessment equipment are up
to date, equipment transport, setup and tear-down of equipment on-site, and general
maintenance - Operates assessment tools, under the direction of the Government, the IT Security Expert Level
II, and NCATS Assessment Standard Operating Procedures - Assists the IT Security Expert Level II with the development of documentation and reporting for
coordination of Assessment reports in accordance with the appropriate report template at the
the direction of the Government
Top Skills
Burp Suite
Cobalt Strike
Metasploit
Nmap
Powersploit
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