Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Penetration Tester-(8961-987) Position Available In Okaloosa, Florida

Salary Not Available
Position range in Florida $71k

• $118k Per Year Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Penetration Tester
• 8961-987)
  Colsa Corporation

Occupation:

Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers

Location:

Shalimar, FL

• 32579
  Positions available: 1
  Job #: 12478424

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

3/28/2025

Updated:

3/28/2025

Expires:

5/27/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.

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Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The team is searching for a penetration tester to support the 48th Cyber Space Test Squadron, the United States Air Force, and the United States Space Force at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The Cybersecurity Penetration Test Team conducts security analysis and assessments on Air Force and Space Force systems to better understand cybersecurity vulnerabilities, characterize security risks, and make recommendations on corrective actions. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, this is the team for you. The team provides opportunities to advance your cybersecurity career and experience through on-the-job training, hands on testing, self-paced learning, and program and project management by working directly with experienced team members with many years in the cybersecurity field and professional certifications like OSCP, OSEP, OSWA, OSWE, OSED, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, and/or GWAP. If you have a technical cyber-background and want to learn more about penetration and other cyber testing, this is the job for you. We are looking for professionals with a cyber-background, who have strength in penetration testing field. We are also seeking technical experience working with Kali Linux and other penetration test tools. Additional experience can include vulnerability analysis, network/security engineering, network protocol structures, interpreted and compiled computer languages, and information technologies like Windows, Linux, Unix, Cisco, Databases, web servers, computer virtualization, containers, and cloud computing. With one or more cyber certifications in one of the listed areas and are highly motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on skillset. When executing test events, work hours can be extended and may vary. Test events are typically 1-2 weeks in length. Travel requirements are typically 1 week per month but varies. This position provides cybersecurity support directly to the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL.

This support includes the following:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct independent penetration testing, data collection, test automation, and reporting
• Develop test tools and strategies for cybersecurity testing in DOD
• Perform system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities
• Execute hands-on testing which include significant technical skills with multiple operating systems. (Windows, Linux, Unix, IOS (network)) as well as software/databases (SQL Server, Oracle)
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to test teams
• Document and communicate test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats
• Significant knowledge of Windows and Linux (including Kali) Operating Systems At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value.

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Required Experience Required Experience:

One of the following combinations of education and experience: Technical BS Degree and 3-10 years of applicable experience. Applicable Associates Degree and a minimum of 7-11 years of applicable technical
High School Diploma or Equivalent and a minimum of 9-15 years of applicable technical experience
Current and active DoD SECRET clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret

• (Single Scope Background Investigation).

U.S. Citizenship
Experience using modern penetration testing tools and methods
Ability to identify and exploit web application vulnerabilities
Analytical skills and problem-solving skills
Good organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills
Excellent self-initiative and self-motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision
Ability to work effectively in small and large team settings to solve complex problems
Must be able to obtain

DOD 8570 IAT

Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, etc.) and Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) Analyst

• Certified (CEH, GCIH, etc) within 6 months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Active DoD Top-Secret clearance highly desired
Experience performing penetration test events
Knowledge of source code vulnerability analysis
Knowledge of network security/engineering
Knowledge of common wired and wireless network protocol structures
Experience using interpreted languages (Python, Ruby, JavaScript, PHP, etc.).
Knowledge of compiled languages (C, C++, Assembly, Java, etc.)
Current

DOD 8570 IAT

Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, etc.) and Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) Analyst

• Certified (CEH, GCIH, etc) highly desired

Certifications:

OSCP, OSEP, OSWA, OSWE, OSED, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, and/or GWAP Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.