IT Security Specialist - Penetration Tester

Attainx Inc.

Job Title : IT Security Specialist – Penetration Tester

Location : Hybrid (Reside within a commutable distance of Silver Spring, MD to work onsite as required)

Citizenship : US Citizen

Security Clearance : Must be able to obtain and maintain government agency public trust.

Exemption Status : Computer Exempt

AttainX, Inc. is in search of a highly energetic Penetration Tester to join our team on a cyber security program supporting our US federal government client.

Are you a seasoned penetration tester with a passion for uncovering vulnerabilities and securing complex systems? We’re looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional with a minimum of 5 years of proven expertise in penetration testing and ethical hacking to join our team. In this role, you’ll take a hands-on approach to identify, exploit, and report security weaknesses across diverse environments, including AWS, Azure, and on-premises infrastructure. Your work will directly contribute to fortifying critical systems and protecting sensitive data from evolving cyber threats.

If you thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments and excel at devising creative solutions to complex security challenges, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to build a safer digital future.

Qualifications and Education Requirements :

Basic Qualifications :

• A minimum of 5 years of proven penetration testing and ethical hacking experience.
• Hands-on experience in penetration testing across AWS, Azure, and On-Premise environments.
• At least 5 years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) in applying IT security concepts, methodologies, principles, procedures and using industry-standard IT security tools (e.g. Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark).
• At least 5 years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) with enterprise architecture methodologies, concepts, procedures, principles, and tools.
• At least 5 years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) in contingency planning and backup and recovery best practices and application of NIST guidance in this area.
• At least 5 years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) in using technical testing tools (Tenable Security Center, ArcSight, IBM Big Fix, etc.).
• At least 5 years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) in conducting penetration testing or the ability to bring in a penetration tester when required.
• At least 5 years of performing assessments of Federal Information Systems using the Risk Management Framework.
• Possess at least one of the following professional Certifications required by DOC Enterprise Cybersecurity Policy (ECP) Annex C-1 :
• Controls Assessor.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
• GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA).
• Electronic Commerce Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
• ISC2 Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC).
• Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP).
• Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA).
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Proficiency in interview skills.
• Proficiency in interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in handling multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in project and time management.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to work in a cohesive team-oriented environment.
• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Moderate Public Trust.

Preferred Qualifications :

Education / Experience :

Ideal for candidates with 5–7 years of hands-on penetration testing experience who are looking to advance into intermediate-level roles.

Skills :

Cyber Security, Penetration Tester

Duties :

We are searching for Penetration Tester to support Security Assessment and Authorization initiatives for our Government client. Job duties include :

Non-Essential Functions :

Work Location :

Shall perform all functional and technical tasks remotely, hybrid work environment with occasional travel for client engagement, industry events, contract negotiations or at AttainX facility.

About Us :

AttainX Inc. is SBA Certified 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001 : 2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SaFe Partner. For more than 12 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

The last 4 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the “Best in Class” contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQ’s and BPA’s with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Energy, Navy, Health and Human Service and the Defense Intelligence Agency.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers Mission and Goals are met with excellence.

Benefits :

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K plan, tuition / training reimbursement, and Long & Short-Term Disability.

EEO Commitment :

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer, we are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, VEVRAA and Section 503, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants.

Accommodation :

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation, please send an email to HR@AttainX.com. Indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands :

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and / or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment : The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation details : 130000-150000 Yearly Salary

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