Penetration Tester

SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.

. Support the Red Cell Team by performing and leading penetration tests to assess the security of customer systems.

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment, with a strong focus on NIST 800-53 security controls and the ability to report findings effectively. Proficient in utilizing various penetration testing tools and methodologies to enhance security measures.

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Penetration Testing ExperienceNIST 800-53 Security ControlsKali LinuxVulnerability EvaluationIndustry Certifications

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Hard Skills

Penetration TestingVulnerability AssessmentRoot Cause AnalysisSecurity ReportingAutomation Development

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

NmapBurp SuiteMetasploit

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNA Cyber OpsCCNA-SecurityCEHCFRCloud+CySA+GCIAGCIHGICSPSecurity+ CE

Industry Keywords

NIST SP 800-115Penetration Testing Execution StandardInformation Systems Security Assessment FrameworkOWASP Web Security Testing GuideHigh Risk Public Trust Security Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Red Cell Team by performing and leading penetration tests to assess the security of customer systems.
Identify vulnerabilities and develop recommended remediations to satisfy mandated NIST 800-53 security controls.
Report and demonstrate findings to system owners and engineers.
Maintain Red Cell infrastructure.
Develop or modify tools to automate discovery or exploitation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years with penetration testing experience.
An industry certification such as CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CEH, CFR, Cloud+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER, Security+ CE, SSCP
Demonstrated experience with Kali Linux.
Demonstrated penetration testing tools experience with Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, etc.
Demonstrated ability in evaluating vulnerabilities, performing root cause analysis, and reporting findings utilizing assessment methodologies such as NIST SP 800-115, Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), OWASP Web Security Testing Guide (WTG), etc.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain High Risk Public Trust Security Clearance.
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

certification incentive program
PTO
floating federal holiday options
Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs]
Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs]
Full Dental Plans
Vision
ST/LT Disability
Life Insurance
401k matched
Flexible Work Environment
Professional development recognition and rewards for obtaining new certifications aligned with business needs