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GDIT

Cyberspace Operator Mid

Fort Belvoir, VA · Hybrid

$110K - $149K/yr

Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Communication Systems, Cyber Defense ... Yes Own your career as a Cyberspace Operator Mid at GDIT. Here, you'll have the opportunity to ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber operator in Washington is $150,229.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,500.00 and $167,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Cyber Operator do?

A Cyber Operator is responsible for monitoring, securing, and defending an organization's digital infrastructure against cyber threats. They conduct vulnerability assessments, respond to security incidents, and implement protective measures to safeguard sensitive data. Their role often involves using specialized tools to detect malicious activities and prevent cyberattacks. Cyber Operators may work in military, government, or corporate settings where cybersecurity is critical.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Operator job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 49% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $150,229 per year, or $72.2 per hour.

Senior WiFi Red Cyber Operator

Beyond SOF

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
The company is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Red Cyber Operator to join our team! In this role you will get to conduct red team assessments, offensive cyber operations, and penetration testing.
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Penetration Testing
  • Red Team Assessments
  • Offensive cyber operations
  • Will direct the activities of mid-level operators
  • Antivirus evasion, EDR evasion

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Must be capable of meeting both apprentice operator requirements and journeyman operator requirements in the DCART Operator Training Program within the prescribed timelines, as outlined in the DCART Handbook. They must also be capable of performing the advanced red cyber assessment-specific role of assessment Technical Lead. This assessment-specific leadership position guides the technical planning, execution, and reporting of a specific assigned assessment
  • 3+ years' experience in conducting red team assessments, offensive cyber operations, or penetration testing and be prepared to direct the activities of mid-level operators.
  • Special requirements: Professional Certification(s) required for this position are as follows: o Must hold an IAT Level III certification as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, 8140.01-03, and as amended.
  • Must pass the DCART senior operator aptitude test before joining DCART as an Operator.
  • Must demonstrate expertise and experience in wireless network exploitation
  • Must be willing to travel 15%- OCONUS/CONUS locations

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • 5+ years Offensive Cyber experience, DoD Cyber Red Team Experience, or corporate Red Team experience.
  • 5+ years' experience conducting WiFi exploitation in a red team or offensive cyber capacity.
  • Red Team Apprentice Course (RTAC), Rogue Ops- Red Team 1 ROPS, Red Team Journeyman Course (RTJC), Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO) certification, Offensive Security, Certified Professional (OSCP), Global Information Assurance Certification, (GIAC) Exploit Researcher & Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), and/or GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAP).
  • Expertise in antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, and/or penetration testing

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Top Secret SCI
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
The company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the quest-APPLY TODAY!

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