Penetration Testing Team Lead

Job Summary

Leading a team of cybersecurity professionals, the full-time remote Penetration Testing Team Lead will oversee advanced penetration testing and Red Team operations, ensuring the identification of vulnerabilities and the enhancement of security measures across federal systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead comprehensive penetration testing and Red Team engagements across various federal systems and environments
• Oversee all phases of penetration testing engagements, ensuring adherence to authorized testing parameters and delivering actionable reports
• Manage and optimize penetration testing tools and infrastructure, while providing mentorship and technical direction to junior team members

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in offensive cybersecurity, including leadership in complex security engagements
• At least one relevant professional certification, such as OSCP, OSCE, GXPN, or CEH
• Demonstrated expertise in network, web application, API, and AWS cloud penetration testing
• Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-115, MITRE ATT&CK, and DHS RVA methodologies
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple engagements, and communicate findings to both technical and executive stakeholders