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Internship Web App Penetration Testing Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Jobtailor

Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

A minimum of five (5)+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience, including network, system, and web application testing. * At least 2 years of relevant experience must be recent (performed ...

Jobtailor

Senior Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

* Perform penetration testing on networks, applications (including APIs, mobile apps, and web apps) * Utilize social engineering techniques * Provide mentoring to junior staff * Support Red Team ...

Quzara LLC

Senior Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

Certification focuses on Web Application penetration testing. * i.e. eWPT, BSCP, etc * Relevant security research. * Accredited CVEs, research papers or contributions to the cyber security sphere.

Rippling

Penetration Tester

Reston, VA · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

Perform web application, network, API and AI penetration testing. * Conduct red teaming engagements and emulate attacker techniques to surface vulnerabilities. * Develop actionable recommendations to ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

... 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 ...

SkyePoint Decisions

Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA

$95K - $112K/yr

... 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 ...

Cyber Defense Technologies

Penetration Tester

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Conduct penetration testing that uses both active and passive capabilities to expose and exploit IA ... System methodologies including: client/server, web hosting, web content servers, policy servers ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA

$86K - $138K/yr

... 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 ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester

Arlington, VA

$86K - $138K/yr

... 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 ...

Fortreum

Penetration Tester

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$125 - $155/hr

Work closely with all members of the team to conduct penetration testing of customer networks, applications (API, web, and mobile), and/or social engineering activities to achieve the customer ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship web app penetration testing in Silver Spring, MD is $12.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $8.70 and $14.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Internship Web App Penetration Tester is a student or entry-level professional who assists in assessing the security of web applications by simulating cyberattacks. Their role involves identifying vulnerabilities, exploiting potential weaknesses, and documenting findings under the guidance of experienced security professionals. This hands-on experience helps interns learn about common web application threats, security tools, and best practices in cybersecurity. The position is often part of a learning program to prepare individuals for a career in penetration testing or information security.

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    Security Software Engineer - Red Team Penetra

    Imagine One Technology & Management Ltd

    Arlington, VA • On-site

    Other

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

    Posted 16 days ago

    Job description

    This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active U.S. DoD clearance.

    Candidates who are not U.S. citizens are not eligible for this role.

    Imagine One Technology & Management, Ltd. is seeking one (1) Security Software Engineer. This position is contingent upon award of the associated work and will be performed in Dahlgren, Virginia.

    The Security Software Engineer will be expected to:

    • Debug and reverse engineer software.
    • Analyze Windows Events and Linux syslog's, boot logs and dmesg logs.
    • Program and debug Web 2.0, Java, Perl, Ada, C++, Tool Command Language (tcl/tk) scripts and graphical user interfaces (GUis) using Microsoft Visual tel and Rational ClearCase for software configuration management.
    • Recommend software modifications to systems to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
    • Operate and administrate computer systems running HP-UX, UNIX, Solaris, Linux and Microsoft Windows.
    • Identify security flaws in compiled and human readable source code.
    • Understand code utilizing real-time VxWorks and Lynx OS operating systems, Common Object Resource Broker Architecture (CORBA), firewalls and networking protocols.
    • Understand how to implement NSA approved encryption technologies and devices.
    • Apply DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
    • Apply virtual hosting and server technology in system architectures.
    • Understand and apply the concept of deceptive technology such as honey pots in system architectures.
    • Participate in Code Reviews. Perform Static Source Code Analysis. Author recommendations for improving software and code design.
    • Contribute to a System Security Administrator and Operators Manual (SSAOM).

    Desired Experience:

    • Five (5) years of experience in software engineering applied to program development; modeling and simulation applied to DoD or Information Technology systems.
    • Five (5) Years experience in:
      1. Linux – firm grasp/demonstrated knowledge
      2. Associated Training: COMPTIA Linux+ or FedVTE Linux+
    • Five (5) Years experience in:
      1. Windows – foundational knowledge with good understanding of enterprise networks
      2. Associated Training: Microsoft course (MCSA; Various)
    • Strong working knowledge of common Penetration Testing (PENTEST) tools:
      1. Kali, Metasploit, NMAP, Cobalt Strike
      2. Associated Training: Certified Ethical Hacker or Offensive Security Certified Professional and;
      3. Documented experience in at least one of the following:
        1. Penetration Testing (PENTEST) (government or contractor)
        2. Red Team Operations (government or contractor)
        3. Tool/Software Development (exploits/malware, C2, reverse engineering, bug bounties)
        4. Python, C, C Sharp, C++, Go, Perl, Powershell
        5. Web Dev/Web App Dev/Web Penetration testing
      4. PHP, ASP, SQL db's, Java, HTML, No SQL[VW1]

    Educational Requirements:

    • Minimum certification as IAT Level II per DoD 8570.01, or successor.
    • Minimum certification as penetration tester and possess one of the following certificates:
      1. Offensive Security Certs: Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE), Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP)
      2. SANS Certs: SEC560 - Network Penetration testing and Ethical Hacking (GPEN Certification), SEC542 - Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking (GWAPT Certification), SEC660 - Advance Penetration Testing. Exploit Writing, and Ethical Hacking (GXPN Certification), SEC642 - Advanced Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking, SEC564 - Red Team Operations and Threat Emulation
      3. OSD Sponsored Cyber Operation Academy Course (COAC) graduates.
    • Bachelor’s degree desired

    Security Requirements:

    • Active DoD Top Secret clearance required

    Imagine One Technology & Management, Ltd., offers a full package of benefits and competitive salary, excellent group medical, vision, and dental programs. 401K savings plan; $4K annual tuition reimbursement ($5K if pursuing master’s degree); employee training, development, and education programs; profit sharing; advancement opportunities; and much more!

    ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013
    CMMI Development and Services - Maturity Level 3
    An Employee-Owned Business

    EEO/Veterans/Disabled