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General Dynamics Information Technology

Penetration Tester

General Dynamics Information Technology
McLean, VA $168k - $227k/yr Full time Posted 2h ago
Application Security Cloud Platforms Information Security InfoSec Offensive Security Project Management Risk Management Security Compliance Security Standards Security Testing Software Security
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Job Description

Security impact, modern tools, and a career that grows. In this onsite role in McLean, VA, you will support customer security activities by running internal and external penetration tests and translating findings into threat-based reporting that strengthens defense mechanisms. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate across technical and government stakeholders, and be supported by a benefits package that includes comprehensive health and wellness, paid vacation and holidays, and 401(k) matching.

What you’ll do

  • Conduct penetration testing across networks, web applications, databases, and cloud services (internal and external)
  • Manually exploit and compromise target environments, including privilege escalation and lateral movement
  • Review and analyze findings from web/OS scanners, scanning results, and static source code analysis
  • Identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance issues during security assessments
  • Produce final penetration testing reports and defend findings, including risk/vulnerability details, mitigation strategies, and references
  • Coordinate with diverse audiences including developers, system administrators, project managers, and senior government stakeholders
  • Write and maintain Rules of Engagement (RoE), Test Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Create actionable, threat-based outputs that support continuous improvement to security defense mechanisms
  • Perform security reviews and technical research, then report results to increase security effectiveness

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline
  • 8+ years of related penetration testing experience
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance and U.S. citizenship required
  • Experience aligned to NIST 800-53 and the Risk Management Framework
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) and/or CPT (Certified Penetration Tester)
  • Strong writing skills for reports and documentation
  • Experience with AWS and Azure Cloud Security
  • Ability to meet onsite requirements at McLean, VA

Clearance and role details

  • Clearance level: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
  • Location: McLean, Virginia (Onsite)
  • Travel required: Less than 10%
  • Category: Cyber and IT Risk Management
  • Requisition type: Regular
  • REQ#: RQ231130

Compensation and benefits

Salary range: USD 168,141 - 227,485 per year.

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Paid vacation and holidays to rest and recharge

Identity verification process

  • Complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence
  • Be on camera during virtual interviews
  • Authorization to take a picture to verify identity and prevent fraud
  • Authorize the collection, processing, and use of biometric data for identity verification and security purposes

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