Senior Staff Penetration Tester

Concurrent Technologies Corporation

Virginia Beach, VA

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI Clearance

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI Clearance

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award anticipated in May/June 2025

Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) is seeking a Senior Staff Penetration Tester to join our high-impact cybersecurity team supporting the CSESS contract in Virginia Beach. In this dynamic, hands-on role, you’ll work on advanced penetration testing efforts and conduct comprehensive vulnerability assessments to identify and address security gaps across systems, networks, and applications. Acting as a trusted expert, you’ll simulate real-world cyber threats and collaborate with cross-functional IT and security teams to strengthen our clients’ cyber defenses. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and clear communication skills to the forefront helping to shape innovative, mission-driven cybersecurity solutions in a constantly evolving threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct penetration testing by simulating attacks on systems, networks, and applications to identify vulnerabilities.
Perform manual and automated testing using industry-standard tools and vulnerability databases.
Document findings in detailed reports, outlining the nature and impact of vulnerabilities and recommending remediation strategies.
Collaborate with stakeholders to explain technical findings, support remediation planning, and implement security enhancements.
Stay current with evolving threats and security technologies, adapting defenses to address new attack vectors.
Utilize a variety of tools and methodologies, including vulnerability scanners and manual exploitation techniques.
Analyze complex systems, identify cybersecurity patterns, and develop innovative solutions.
Communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
6–8 years of directly related cybersecurity experience.
Working knowledge of system security design, defense-in-depth, risk management frameworks (RMF/ICD 503), and principles of information assurance.
Experience with current security tools, encryption methods, penetration testing tools, and communication protocols.
Demonstrated experience conducting penetration testing on Windows and Linux-based systems.
Proven ability to evaluate software/system security compliance for classified environments.
Experience preparing Security System Plans (SSPs) and other security documentation.
Ability to enforce and support information system security policies and standards.
Familiarity with ISSM support functions and cybersecurity best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the penetration testing of mobile based systems, cloud-based systems, and software
Shell Scripting knowledge such as Power shell, python and Bash experience will be helpful.
Test automation and test development skills
Security+ or CISSP certified.

Why CTC?

Our teams at CTC are passionate and thrive on collaboration in a high-paced team environment
When we encounter a difficult problem, we have a variety of talented and diverse employees that work together to solve the toughest challenges
Competitive salary and benefits package
Although our work at CTC is extremely important, we also recognize the need for our employees to maintain a proper mix of work and personal life
Visit www.ctc.com to learn more

Join us! CTC offers exceptional career growth, cutting edge technology, educational opportunities, and recognition for quality work.

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Staffing Requisition: SR#2025-0051

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