Penetration Tester

Penetration Tester

Job Description

Seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to conduct authorized network & infrastructure penetration testing to identify, validate, & demonstrate security weaknesses.

The Senior Penetration Testing Contractor will:

Plan and execute internal and external penetration tests for network and infrastructure environments
Perform vulnerability identification, validation, and controlled exploitation
Assess security posture across:
1. Network devices (firewalls, routers, switches)
2. On-premise servers and operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)
3. Active Directory and identity infrastructure
4. Remote access solutions and VPNs
5. Cloud environments (where applicable)
Simulate advanced threat actor techniques including:
1. Privilege escalation
2. Lateral movement
3. Credential compromise
4. Persistence mechanisms
5. Evaluate security configurations and control effectiveness
Conduct testing in accordance with approved Rules of Engagement
Prepare and deliver formal penetration testing reports suitable for executive, audit, and technical audiences
Support remediation validation and follow-up testing as required

Skill - Required / Desired - Amount of Experience
Minimum 7–10 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or offensive security - Required - 7 Years
Demonstrated expertise in network and infrastructure security testing - Required - 7 Years
Strong understanding of: o TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS o Windows and Linux system internals o Active Directory attack paths and defen - Required - 8 Years
Advanced proficiency with penetration testing tools such as: o Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite o BloodHound, NetExec,PingCastel Analysis tools - Required - 7 Years
Experience producing standard penetration testing reports - Required - 7 Years
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards, including: o NIST SP 800-53, 800-115, 800-61 o MITRE ATT&CK o OWASP Testing Guide - Required - 7 Years
Experience working within regulated or high-security environments - Required - 7 Years
Strong understanding of legal, ethical, and compliance requirements for penetration testing - Required - 5 Years

Notes:
Hybrid
Occasional State Wide might be required to visit the counties. Drivers license is required

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.