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Beyond SOF

Red Cyber Operator (new)

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

... Application Penetration Tester (GWAP). * Expertise in antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering campaigns, and/or penetration testing of critical ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Beyond SOF

Red Cyber Operator (new)

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

... Application Penetration Tester (GWAP). * Expertise in antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering campaigns, and/or penetration testing of critical ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Beyond SOF

Red Cyber Operator (new)

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

... Application Penetration Tester (GWAP). * Expertise in antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering campaigns, and/or penetration testing of critical ...

Beyond SOF

Red Cyber Operator (new)

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

... Application Penetration Tester (GWAP). * Expertise in antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering campaigns, and/or penetration testing of critical ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Astrion

Avionics Penetration Tester - Midlevel

Edwards, CA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Overview Avionics Penetration Tester - Mid-Level - TGEE LOCATION: Edwards AFB, CA Salary Range ... Understanding of cryptographic principles and their application in aviation security, including key ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester / Secret

Arlington, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester / Secret

Arlington, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Peraton

Jr Cyber Penetration Tester / Secret

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$66K - $106K/yr

Understand common Web Application vulnerabilities like SQLi, XSS, CSRF, and HTTP Flooding. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, etc. * Fundamentals of ...

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

AppSec SME

$60.25 - $80.25/hr

Track the coverage of the network and application penetration testing * Validation of Vulnerabilities for false positive Analysis * Create custom report which provide details understanding of ...

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How much do entry level application penetration tester jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level application penetration tester in the United States is $132,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Application Penetration Tester vs Security Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Application Penetration TesterSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)CompTIA Security+, CISSP (entry-level roles)
Work EnvironmentHands-on testing, simulated attacks, vulnerability assessmentsMonitoring security systems, analyzing threats, incident response
Employer & Industry UsageCybersecurity firms, tech companies, government agenciesFinancial institutions, healthcare, corporate security teams

Entry Level Application Penetration Testers focus on identifying vulnerabilities in applications through simulated attacks, requiring technical skills and certifications like CEH. Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems to detect threats, often with similar certifications but a broader focus on security operations. Both roles are essential in cybersecurity but differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Red Cyber Operator (new)

Red Cyber Operator (new)

Beyond SOF

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
The company is looking for an amazingly talented Red Cyber Operator to join our team! In this role you will conduct cyber red team assessments, offensive cyber operations and penetration testing
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Cyber Red Team assessments
  • Penetration Testing
  • Antivirus evasion, EDR evasion, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering
  • Offensive cyber operations

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Must be capable of meeting apprentice operator requirements in the DCART Operator Training Program within the prescribed timelines, as outlined in the DCART Handbook. Red Cyber Operators are expected to have experience as operators conducting cyber red team assessments, offensive cyber operations, or significant penetration testing experience.
  • 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 operator aptitude test before joining DCART as an Operator.
  • Must be willing to travel 15%- OCONUS and CONUS locations

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • 2+ years Offensive Cyber experience, DoD Cyber Red Team Experience, or corporate Red Team experience.
  • Red Team Apprentice Course (RTAC), Red Team Journeyman Course (RTJC), Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO) certification, Offensive Security, Rogue Ops- Red Team 1 (ROPS), 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, offensive infrastructure, phishing and social engineering campaigns, and/or penetration testing of critical infrastructure, networking, IoT, and wireless devices.

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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