Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Penetration Tester

Job DescriptionThe team is searching for a penetration tester to support the 48th Cyber Space Test Squadron, the United States Air Force, and the United States Space Force at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The Cybersecurity Penetration Test Team conducts security analysis and assessments on Air Force and Space Force systems to better understand cybersecurity vulnerabilities, characterize security risks, and make recommendations on corrective actions.If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, this is the team for you. The team provides opportunities to advance your cybersecurity career and experience through on-the-job training, hands on testing, self-paced learning, and program and project management by working directly with experienced team members with many years in the cybersecurity field and professional certifications like OSCP, OSEP, OSWA, OSWE, OSED, OSCE, GCIH, GPEN, and/or GWAP. If you have a technical cyber-background and want to learn more about penetration and other cyber testing, this is the job for you.We are looking for professionals with a cyber-background, who have strength in penetration testing field. We are also seeking technical experience working with Kali Linux and other penetration test tools. Additional experience can include vulnerability analysis, network/security engineering, network protocol structures, interpreted and compiled computer languages, and information technologies like Windows, Linux, Unix, Cisco, Databases, web servers, computer virtualization, containers, and cloud computing. With one or more cyber certifications in one of the listed areas and are highly motivated to learn the others. Position responsibilities can span from compliance testing to penetration testing, depending on skillset.When executing test events, work hours can be extended and may vary. Test events are typically 1-2 weeks in length. Travel requirements are typically 1 week per month but varies.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesThis position provides cybersecurity support directly to the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. This support includes the following:• Conduct independent penetration testing, data collection, test automation, and reporting• Develop test tools and strategies for cybersecurity testing in DOD• Perform system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify vulnerabilities• Execute hands-on testing which include significant technical skills with multiple operating systems. (Windows, Linux, Unix, IOS (network)) as well as software/databases (SQL Server, Oracle)• Provide technical guidance and expertise to test teams• Document and communicate test results effectively to technical and non-technical user groups in written and oral formats• Significant knowledge of Windows and Linux (including Kali) Operating SystemsAt COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here. #crit