Cybersecurity Test Engineer
$80k/y-$120k/y
a day ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Gridiron IT is seeking a Cybersecurity Test Engineer to join their team in Rome, NY. The role involves testing and evaluating systems through a Whitebox adversarial approach for the DoD in support of Air Force clients.
About the Role
As a Cybersecurity Test Engineer, you will collaborate with a team to assess systems based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Your responsibilities will include focusing on filtering capabilities and data flows within system architecture, including Mandatory and Discretionary Access Controls. You will also build capabilities by learning from the expertise of your diversely skilled team.
About You
Required:
- Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, and Bash.
- Experience with networking concepts.
- Experience with virtualization.
- Secret clearance.
- HS diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology, or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology.
- Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Compliant Security+ CE Certification within 120 days of start date.
Preferred:
- Experience analyzing and executing test plans and procedures.
- Experience developing or analyzing technical documentation.
- Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation.
- Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls.
- Knowledge of cyber threats and how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them.
- Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit.
- TS/SCI clearance.
- Master's degree.
- OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance.
Gridiron IT
GRIDIRON IT, a Woman-Owned Small Business, leverages more than 25 years of recruiting excellence and deep relationships in the industry. As a trusted IT staffing resource in the DC metro region and across the country, our team works closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and make placements that make sense. We are a winning team in the IT staffing industry and look forward to being a part of your team's success.
Rome, NY