Penetration Tester

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Penetration Tester to work on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Woodlawn, MD. An active Public Trust clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts penetration testing across web applications, networks, and IT infrastructure.

• Performs vulnerability assessments to identify potential security risks and weaknesses.

• Identifies, validates, and documents security vulnerabilities and potential attack vectors.

• Evaluates security controls and identifies areas for improvement.

• Prepares reports detailing security findings, associated risks, and recommended remediation actions.

• Collaborates with technical and security teams to communicate findings and support remediation efforts.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Public Trust security clearance.

• Bachelor's degree.

• Hands-on experience conducting web application penetration testing.

• Experience performing network and infrastructure penetration testing.

• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments and identifying security weaknesses.

• Strong understanding of penetration testing methodologies and security best practices.

• OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) certification.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience supporting Red Team operations.

• Familiarity with Command and Control (C2) frameworks.

• Experience with malware creation or development in support of authorized security testing.

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Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.