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Navstar, Inc.

Penetration Tester, Senior

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Perform web app pentests. * Perform vulnerability risk assessments. * Perform physical pentests and ... Must have experience with penetration testing tools. * Must have experience in web development and ...

Ampcus Inc

Web Application Penetration Testing

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Penetration Tester to perform comprehensive web application security assessments. The role involves conducting penetration tests, evaluating security ...

Koniag, Inc.

Penetration Testing Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) * GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) * GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) Blue Teaming Certifications:

kgs

Penetration Testing Lead

Warrenton, VA · On-site

GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) * GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) * GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) Blue Teaming Certifications:

kgs

Penetration Testing Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) * GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) * GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) Blue Teaming Certifications:

Quantix

Application Security Tester

Englewood, CO

Qualifications Required Skills: 1) Application security testing. 2) Penetration testing (against applications). 3) Experience with application testing tools (examples are Qualys Web App Security ...

Jobtailor

Penetration Tester

Virginia, MN · On-site

$120 - $180/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 ...

Gemini

Penetration Tester

Charlotte, NC

... penetration testing tools Demonstrated experience with creating and communication of reports regarding web application vulnerabilities to various level of personnel within a large organization.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for urgently hiring web app penetration testing 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 Urgently Hiring Web App Penetration Testing vs Web Application Security Analyst?

AspectUrgently Hiring Web App Penetration TestingWeb Application Security Analyst
CertificationsOSCP, CEH, GPENOSCP, CEH, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSecurity consulting, penetration testing firms, in-house security teamsIT security teams, cybersecurity departments, corporate environments
Industry UsageFrequent in cybersecurity, consulting, and freelance rolesCommon in enterprise security, compliance, and risk management

Urgently Hiring Web App Penetration Testing focuses on actively identifying vulnerabilities through hands-on testing, often in a fast-paced environment. Web Application Security Analysts analyze security measures, monitor threats, and develop security strategies. While both roles require similar certifications and work in cybersecurity, penetration testers are more offensive, whereas analysts are more defensive and strategic.

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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 17 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

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