Penetration Tester
@ Lensa

Hybrid
$100,000
Hybrid
Part Time
Posted 21 days ago

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Company Overview

TestPros is a successful and growing business established in 1988. They provide a wide range of IT technical support services to Commercial and U.S. Federal, State, and Local Government clients. Their services include Program Management, Cyber Security, Compliance, Software Testing, and more. TestPros supports critical challenges facing the nation and the world while making lives safer and more secure.

Job Summary

The Penetration Tester role at Penetration Tester is a part-time position (1099 or Corp-to-Corp) for U.S. citizens to conduct cybersecurity assessments for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG). This role involves identifying vulnerabilities within HHS systems and applications to improve overall security posture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct Penetration Testing: Execute comprehensive tests on applications, networks, and systems to identify security vulnerabilities.
  • Reporting: Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, vulnerabilities, and remediation recommendations, and present these to stakeholders.
  • Collaboration and Technical Assistance: Work with HHS OIG staff providing technical assistance, training, and ensuring remediation efforts are executed.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Applicants must have proven experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security analysis, with a strong understanding of security frameworks such as OWASP and NIST. Proficiency in using penetration testing tools, excellent analytical skills, and relevant certifications like CEH or OSCP are preferred.

Benefits

While this is a part-time role, TestPros offers competitive salary packages, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, opportunities for professional growth, cell phone discounts, and more (benefits for full-time employees).

EEO Statement

TestPros is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Additional Information

For any questions regarding this posting, please contact support@lensa.com. Note that clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" will redirect you to the job board/employer site where further terms and privacy details apply.

Key skills/competency

  • Penetration Testing
  • Cyber Security
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Reporting
  • Technical Analysis
  • Security Frameworks
  • OWASP
  • NIST
  • Collaboration
  • Continuous Learning

How to Get Hired at Lensa

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight cybersecurity and testing skills.
  • Study job requirements: Focus on OWASP and NIST frameworks.
  • Practice hands-on tests: Demonstrate penetration testing techniques.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Review real-life security scenarios.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review OWASP guidelines and NIST standards.
Practice using industry penetration testing tools.
Simulate network and application tests scenarios.
Study vulnerability assessment methodologies.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a past security challenge overcome.
Explain teamwork during technical projects.
Share learning from past penetration tests.
Discuss handling unexpected technical problems.

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