Penetration Tester, Senior
- Location
- Mclean, VA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
- Job Title: Penetration Tester, Senior
- Job Category: Engineering
- Time Type: Full time
- Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
- Employee Type: Regular
- Percentage of Travel Required: None
- Type of Travel: None
The Opportunity
CACI is seeking a talented Penetration Tester to join our team in McLean, VA. If chosen, you will work on small project teams with specific experience planning and executing penetration tests in a Windows environment. You will be called upon to solve technical puzzles every day using your breadth of computer, network, and applications pen-testing experience.
As a functional member of a cyber red team, you will look for creative ways to break into a range of customer systems and illustrate to stakeholders what could happen if an adversary were to take aim at their network. Officer may also travel in support of operational objectives.
Individuals with experience in or across a range of technical disciplines in IT and cybersecurity engineering, possessing a strong desire to serve in a role delivering great mission impact, fit in well with our team and find this role highly rewarding.
Be part of a department with an expanding range of programs focusing on Cyber Operations, where you get to grow on and between programs with peers who are dedicated to advancing national security. Participate in fun team outings and team building events where you get to engage with your co-workers and expand your career network.
We are a fun, engaging environment with a management team focused on growing your career and making you a part of our future. We offer bonus compensation plans that demonstrate you being appreciated for working on the program and being a part of our team.
You'll get paid for cyber events and training, such as our Capture the Flag Events, Internal Research and Development opportunities as well as prepaid courses to nationally recognized certification courses to grow your career. You can learn more about our program by accessing the landing page: VORPAL Jobs (caci.com)
Responsibilities
- Windows Sys Admin for Sponsor
- Microsoft Windows / Active Directory
- Identify weaknesses and recommend mitigation strategies
- Draft assessment reports and memoranda regarding vulnerability assessments, risk evaluations and possible remedies
- Develop and provide assessment briefings
- Participate in technical discussions and collaborating with mission partners through early engagement throughout the life cycle, and participating in activities related to assignments
Qualifications
Required
- Must have an active TS/SCI with required Polygraph clearance
- University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 7+ years of related work experience
- Must have expertise in Windows penetration testing tools and techniques
- Ability to clearly communicate findings through written and oral products
- Understanding of networking and network components, including basic IP fundamentals and how protocols work, and be able to analyze, inspect any new applications and traffic flows with the capability of breaking down the interactions to network devices
- Understanding of network technologies (i.e., routers, switches, database servers, etc.)
- Experienced in use of network security technologies (i.e., firewalls, proxies, iptables, AV solutions, VPN's IDS/IPS, etc.)
- Proficient with installation, management, and have developmental knowledge of Internet technologies
- Understanding of security implementation and setup for both system and networking functions, encryption methods
- Understanding in cloud computing platform technology (i.e., Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google, cloud computing environment and cloud security)
- Understanding of cellular technology, from device power on/off, network functions (SMS, MMS, Voice, data) and cellular system functions
- Understanding of wireless computer networking and RF technology
- Understanding of Operating Systems (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Mac OS, Mobile OS, etc.) and how server/client are built and secured
- Understanding and experience in conducting risk analysis and risk management, information security engineering, system testing and analysis
- Proficient in performing computer network evaluations to include penetration security assessments
- Proficient in network vulnerability analysis and penetration testing with commercial tools (i.e., Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Canvas, Kismet, BackTrack etc.)
- Proficient in Windows System Administration with basic understanding of Cisco switches & firewalls
- Working knowledge of Nessus, Nipper and Nmap
- Ability to research, analyze, prioritize, problem solve, synthesize large amounts of data and to work several tasks concurrently with minimum supervision
- Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement and good administrative and organizational skills
- Ability to interact and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and be able to convey technical information to non-technical individuals
Desired
- Understanding of voice telephony in how PBX are setup and function
- Understanding how voice services work (i.e., voicemail, voice portals)
- Understanding of programming in how code works and is developed
- Understanding and experience supporting and administering cloud products and services
- What You Can Expect:
- A culture of integrity.
- At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
- An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
- A focus on continuous growth.
- Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is
$113,200 - $237,800
Equal opportunity and legal notices
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
From CACI's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 7, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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