Cyber Penetration Tester, IT security controls

Full Time
Falls Church, VA 22042
Posted
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Job Description
BAE Systems Cybersecurity - Attack Surface Management has an opening for Penetration Tester to assess security controls and work closely with stakeholders to improve overall security posture. Position will work on a wide array of engagements, including incident response, compliance, application accreditation, assessment of new products, and general projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly motivated team of cyber security professionals.

Technical Skill Requirements:

Ability to use and analyze information produced from various commercial and open source tools, including Qualys, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, etc.
Familiarity with modern vulnerability categories and attack techniques (XSS, CSRF, SQLi).
Proficiency in one or more scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash, etc.)
Ability to map controls to the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Familiarity with large network infrastructure components (Load balancers, Proxies, hybrid cloud implementations, VPNs)
Familiarity with network and host-based security system components (Firewalls, Endpoint Protection Solutions)
Familiarity with modern virtualization platforms and technology.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

4+ years in a cybersecurity role, 3+ years with an associate’s degree in a computer-related field, or 2+ years with a bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field.
Experience conducting manual assessments on production systems (not just running vulnerability scanners).
Experience automating testing efforts with written scripts or programs.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Hands-on penetration testing certifications (OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, etc)
Contributions to open source projects and/or to the security community

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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