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From Home Network Penetration Testing Jobs in Reston, VA

Peraton

Penetration Tester / Active Secret

Arlington, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Hack the Box Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS) * TCM Security Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT) * GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) * Zero Point ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester / Active Secret

Arlington, VA

$86K - $138K/yr

Hack the Box Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS) * TCM Security Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT) * GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) * Zero Point ...

Doist

Cleared Senior Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$165 - $185/hr

... from the best. We are growing rapidly and are looking for candidates with a background in ... application and network penetration testing experience * Proficient in at least one or more ...

Fortreum

Cleared Senior Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

... application and network penetration testing experience * Proficient in at least one or more ... home office stipend, spot awards and eleven paid holidays. An Affirmative Action and Equal ...

OCH Technologies LLC

Penetration Tester

Leesburg, VA · On-site

... from an accredited institution Experience * A minimum of five (5)+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience, including network, system, and web application testing. At least 2 years of ...

VTG

Cyber Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

... with experience performing penetration testing, network security analysis, and security ... architecture assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in identifying ...

VTG

Cyber Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

... with experience performing penetration testing, network security analysis, and security ... architecture assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in identifying ...

CACI International Inc

Penetration Tester

Chantilly, VA · On-site

... networking, TCP/IP, virtualization and cloud/data center architecture. • Strong familiarity with some of the following: OWASP top 10, DoD and NSA Vulnerability and Penetration Testing Standards ...

kgs

Penetration Testers - Senior (Lead)

Washington, DC · On-site

... from an accredited college or university. * 8+ years of progressive experience in offensive ... Deep proficiency in network penetration testing, including all phases of the engagement lifecycle ...

SOSi

Penetration Tester III

Washington, DC · On-site

Responsibilities Conduct penetration testing across enterprise systems, applications, and network environments Perform red team activities to evaluate security controls and identify exploitable ...

SOSi

Penetration Tester III

Washington, DC · On-site

Responsibilities • Conduct penetration testing across enterprise systems, applications, and network environments • Perform red team activities to evaluate security controls and identify ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home network penetration testing in Reston, VA is $129,991.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,700.00 and $148,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Network Penetration Testing vs From Home Cybersecurity Analyst?

AspectFrom Home Network Penetration TestingFrom Home Cybersecurity Analyst
CertificationsCEH, OSCP, CompTIA Security+CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentConducts simulated attacks on networks remotelyMonitors security systems, analyzes threats remotely
Job FocusIdentifies vulnerabilities in network infrastructurePrevents, detects, and responds to security incidents
Industry UsageSecurity testing firms, consulting companiesOrganizations' internal security teams, MSSPs

While both roles involve cybersecurity, From Home Network Penetration Testing focuses on actively testing network vulnerabilities through simulated attacks, whereas From Home Cybersecurity Analyst emphasizes monitoring and defending against threats in a remote environment. Both require relevant certifications and are vital in maintaining network security, but their daily tasks and objectives differ.

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Infographic showing various From Home Network Penetration Testing job openings in Reston, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,991 per year, or $62.5 per hour.

Penetration Tester / Active Secret

Peraton

Arlington, VA • On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking an experienced Cyber Penetration Tester to become part of Peratons' Federal Strategic Cyber programs.
Location: Northern VA; Hybrid - flexible as long as person can come on-site as & when needed.
In this role, you will:
  • Support the Red Cell Team by performing and leading penetration tests to assess the security of customer systems.
  • Identify vulnerabilities and develop recommended remediations to satisfy mandated NIST 800-53 security controls.
  • Report and demonstrate findings to system owners and engineers.
  • Maintain Red Cell infrastructure.
  • Develop or modify tools to automate discovery or exploitation.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science and 5 years experience, or a Master's of Science and 3 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, 4 years of additional experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of 2 years with penetration testing experience.
  • Possess one of the following certifications, OR be able to obtain before start date:
    • CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CEH, CFR, Cloud+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER, Security+ CE, SSCP
  • Demonstrated experience with Kali Linux.
  • Demonstrated penetration testing tools experience with Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability in evaluating vulnerabilities, performing root cause analysis, and reporting findings utilizing assessment methodologies such as NIST SP 800-115, Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), OWASP Web Security Testing Guide (WTG), etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a penetration test and guide Senior/Junior Penetration Testers.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • An active Secret security clearance.
    • Must have the ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred:
  • Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
  • One of the following certifications or an alternate, verifiable certification demonstrating IT security competence:
    • CompTIA CASP+
    • ISC2 Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP)
    • ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
    • ISC2 Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)
  • One of the following certifications or an alternate, verifiable certification demonstrating practical penetration testing competence:
    • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
    • Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
    • Hack the Box Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (CPTS)
    • TCM Security Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT)
    • GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN)
    • Zero Point Security Red Team Ops II
  • Advanced understanding of the following:
    • NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process.
    • Security principles such as CIA, IAAAA, access control models, risk management, etc.
    • Networking principles and technologies such as IP routing, TCP/UDP, VPNs, firewalls, NAT, etc.
    • Common network protocols such as SSH, FTP, SMTP, SMB, HTTP, etc.
    • Operating system principles such as process management, device management, user management, file systems, etc.
    • Data processing principles such as encoding, hashing, encryption, etc.
    • Scripting and programming languages such as Bash, Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, etc.
    • Common application vulnerabilities and exploits such as outdated components,
    • permissions mis-configurations, lack of input validation, logging/monitoring failures, etc.
    • Common web application vulnerabilities and exploits such as XSS, SQLi, LFI, file uploads, broken authentication mechanisms, etc.
    • Active Directory (AD) enumeration and attacks such as kerberoasting, AS-REP roasting, abusing mis-configured privileges, crafting golden tickets, etc.
    • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and navigating IT environments implementing multifactor authentication.
    • Cloud technologies and platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), etc.

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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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