Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing Specialist Contingent

Public Trust Eligibility Required

This is a contingent position meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract toAretumand completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification.

AboutAretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense civilian and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy technology and transformation helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration inclusion and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

The Vulnerability Assessment / Penetration Testing Specialist performs security testing of government systems to identify vulnerabilities validate exploitability/impact and provide clear remediation guidance. This role supports planned rules-based security testing and examination activities aligned to recognized practices for technical security testing and assessment with a strong focus on producing defensible actionable results.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of government systems and applications in accordance with approved rules of engagement and testing plans
• Execute technical testing activities (e.g. reconnaissance scanning enumeration validation/exploitation where authorized) and document evidence risk and impact
• Assess systems and networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations and security policy and translate findings into prioritized remediation actions
• Support secure network design reviews by analyzing network architecture trust boundaries segmentation and exposed services to identify risk and attack paths
• Contribute to project delivery by estimating effort tracking tasks communicating blockers and supporting status reporting and deliverable timelines
• Produce high-quality technical write-ups and executive-ready summaries including reproduction steps affected assets severity rationale and remediation recommendations
• Retest/validate remediation and provide closure evidence for resolved vulnerabilities as required by the engagement and client process
• Maintain careful handling of sensitive information and ensure testing remains ethical authorized and auditable

• Minimum 3 years of experience performing vulnerability assessments and/or penetration testing
• Demonstrated experience in project management network design and testing the security of government systems to identify vulnerabilities
• Working knowledge of common testing methodologies and security testing lifecycle concepts (planning execution analysis and mitigation support)
• Ability to clearly document findings with strong technical writing and evidence-based reporting
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux fundamentals TCP/IP networking and common enterprise services (AD DNS web apps APIs VPNs)
• Web application security testing experience aligned to OWASP testing practices
• Experience working in federal or similarly regulated environments with strict authorization documentation and evidence requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in information systems Computer Science Engineering or related field
• Preferred Certifications:
• GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
• Certified Penetration Tester (CPT)
• Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT)
• GIAC Certified Web Application Defender (GWEB)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• CREST Penetration Testing Certifications

Travel Requirements

This is a hybrid position with work performed both remotely and at designated client or corporate locations as requirements may vary depending on project assignments client meetings or internal collaboration and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

EEO Statement

Aretumis committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence integrity and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications skills and ability to perform the job without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity EmployerAretumcomplies withall applicable federal state and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nations veterans and military familiesprovidingcareer opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability please contactforassistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Due to federal contract requirements only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain andmaintaina Public Trust or Suitability Determination depending on the agencys background investigation requirements.

• Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

Required Experience:

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