Cyber Penetration Tester

Auria is looking to hire a Cyber Penetration Tester . This role is ONSITE in Camp Pendleton, CA. This position is currently contingent.

The Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA) provides 24 / 7 global technical support for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems; and conducts engineering, testing and evaluation, and supports experimentation on C5I systems and amphibious platforms to inform acquisition decisions and make the Fleet Marine Force (FMF) more capable.

This contract will provide Data Management and Cybersecurity services to support the command's mission of Testing, Engineering, Integration, and Sustainment of the Marine Corps C5ISR Programs of Record.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO :

• Perform cybersecurity adversarial penetration test assessments of systems and applications (estimate 3 large mission-based system of system events a year and 4-8 individual program of record (POR) assessments a year).
• Conduct cyber research and development activities to include setting up an isolated test environment enabling research and development to be assessed without affecting the application, system, or platform to test and develop zero-day exploits against target systems.
• Perform system security analysis on systems and / or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities to produce proactive security measures.
• Document and communicate technical research results effectively to technical and nontechnical user groups. Technical research reports are to be delivered within 5 days of the due date established by the Government.
• Draft presentation material of cyber penetration test findings.
• Mentor and educate junior team members in all applicable technical areas.
• Develop process documentation in support of cyber penetration testing execution.
• Participate in integrated product teams (IPTs) by being present and contributing to the discussion and providing meeting minutes for each IPT attended. Documented meeting minutes are due to the Government within 3 days of IPT meetings.
• Conduct root cause analysis during cyber assessments. Include research methods, findings, lessons learned, and identify any assumptions or required gap analysis in technical research results.
• Conduct post-test analysis and reporting at the conclusion of all cyber assessments.
• Conduct mission based, system of systems, cyber assessments, architecture development and refinement.

WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES :

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Penetration Tester (GPEN)

WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS :

PAY TRANSPARENCY : The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $120,000 - $130,000.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : The deadline to apply to this role is November 27, 2025.

THE AURIA TEAM :

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

As a full-time Auria employee, here are some of the many benefits to enjoy :

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.