Cyber Security Engineer (Penetration Tester)

Cyber Security Engineer (Penetration Tester)

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:
Are you a cybersecurity professional with a passion for hands-on technical challenges? CACI seeks a motivated Cyber Security Engineer to support the C5ISR Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will join a team of cyber security engineers to perform vulnerability assessments for the Cyber Security (CS) Division at the Engineering and Services Innovation (ESI) Directorate.

Responsibilities:

As a key member of a focused team of cyber engineers, you'll be responsible for:

• Conducting comprehensive security assessments to uncover vulnerabilities and recommend effective mitigations across a wide range of technologies.
• Utilizing the full penetration testing lifecycle to assess web applications, networked devices, standalone software, and more.
• Applying proven methodologies and adaptive techniques to stay ahead of the curve.
• Continuously evaluating and integrating new tools and tactics to ensure testing remains effective and impactful.
• Contributing to ongoing research and development efforts, exploring current and emerging technologies to expand the team's capabilities.
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) to apply your skills in diverse environments.

Qualifications:

Required:

• An active DoD Secret clearance.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• All work is performed on site at APG, MD. Telework is not available.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in technical cybersecurity assessments and/or penetration testing, with proficiency in utilizing tools and methodologies to evaluate network and application-level technologies for vulnerabilities and exploits.
• Intermediate knowledge of Linux and Windows internals.
• Thorough technical understanding of networking protocols, hardware, and software.
• Ability to interpret network traffic to understand communications and identify security vulnerabilities using Wireshark, Burp Suite, etc.
• Familiarity with hypervisor virtualization (VMware, VirtualBox, ESXi).
• Ability to effectively communicate through written and verbal means, to include conveying technical information to team members, leadership, and clients.
• Must be able to work in a secure SCIF lab setting (no phones, wireless or Bluetooth devices, outside technology permitted).
• Work efficiently both individually and as a team.

Desired:

• An active DoD TS/SCI clearance.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent).
• OSCP or equivalent certification.
• Basic cryptography knowledge.
• Basic programming / scripting experience (Python, Java, C/C++, bash).
• Code analysis and reverse engineering experience.
• Chip-off / Fault-injection / and similar hardware hacking knowledge.
• Familiarity with COTS/GOTS radios, SDRs, and RF concepts.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here .

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$82,700 - 173,900 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.