Nationwide IT Services, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Virginia • United States

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

JavaLinuxPerlPythonRubyTCP/IP

About the role

  • Independently perform penetration testing of applications, systems, and enclaves.
  • Conduct advanced applications, network, and wireless penetration testing.
  • Identify security flaws and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate testing projects with internal and external system owners.
  • Develop detailed technical reports and executive briefings.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior penetration testing staff.

Requirements

  • Six (6) years proven proficiency in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
  • Three (3) years of experience using testing tools (Nessus, Metasploit, CANVAS, Nmap, Burp Suite, Kismet)
  • Three (3) years of experience with network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing methods
  • Three (3) years of experience writing testing assessment reports
  • Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting Windows Server and IIS
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols and networking architecture
  • Two (2) years of experience administering/troubleshooting a major version of Linux
  • Two (2) years of experience supporting PCI DSS testing
  • Excellent written and oral presentation skills
  • Knowledge of OWASP standards and testing methodologies
  • Knowledge of database, application, and web server design
  • Experience scripting in Perl, Python, Ruby, Bash, or Java
  • Experience with wireless LAN security testing
  • Penetration testing certification (LPT, CEPT, CEH, or GPEN)
Benefits
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity missions
  • Collaborate with experienced professionals in a growth-focused environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
penetration testingvulnerability assessmentnetwork vulnerability assessmentsscriptingTCP/IP protocolsWindows Server administrationLinux administrationwireless LAN security testingreport writingmitigation strategies
Soft Skills
guidancementoringcommunicationpresentation skills
Certifications
LPTCEPTCEHGPEN