AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Senior Penetration Tester

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: MiddletownRhode IslandUnited States

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Salary

💰 $80,100 - $133,700 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Penetration Testing: Plan, execute, and report on penetration tests and security assessments on submarine systems to uncover security weaknesses.
  • Vulnerability Analysis: Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities and security gaps found during assessments, and work with engineers to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Security Assessments: Perform in-depth security assessments on network and system architecture to ensure adequate protection against threats.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Produce detailed, accurate, and clear reports for technical and executive audiences, outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions.
  • Collaboration: Engage with cross-functional teams such as engineering, IT, and operations to ensure security is integrated into system designs and operations.
  • Tool Development: Design and implement tools, techniques, and methodologies to improve the penetration testing process and automate repeatable tasks.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and methodologies relevant to maritime and submarine systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing, with at least 2 years focused on submarine or maritime systems.
  • Top Secret Clearance
  • Relevant certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, CEH, or GPEN are highly desirable.
  • Proficiency in various penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
  • Strong understanding of network protocols and security architecture specific to submarine systems.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with a strong ability to communicate complex security issues to all levels of the organization.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Paid leave
  • Retirement plans
  • Education and training assistance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
penetration testingvulnerability analysissecurity assessmentsnetwork protocolssecurity architecturescripting languagesanalytical skillsattention to detail
Soft skills
communicationcollaboration
Certifications
OSCPOSCECEHGPEN