Kavaliro is hiring: Cyber Penetration Tester in Herndon

Kavaliro is seeking a Cyber Penetration Tester to support a client in Virginia.

Overview:
Kavaliro is seeking a highly skilled Cyber Penetration Tester to support a classified Sponsor mission focused on enterprise cybersecurity. The selected candidate will perform in-depth penetration testing and ethical hacking assessments to identify, exploit, and document system vulnerabilities. This role directly supports strategic decision-making by providing actionable risk intelligence to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across enterprise systems, applications, and networks.
• Apply advanced adversarial tactics, computer attack methodologies, and exploitation techniques.
• Develop and execute testing plans, procedures, and documentation for penetration testing activities.
• Analyze test results to identify security risks, recommend countermeasures, and support risk mitigation planning.
• Evaluate system configurations and architectures for vulnerabilities, including Windows, Linux, and virtual platforms.
• Provide network security analysis and participate in technical exchange meetings and review boards.
• Communicate findings, risk posture, and remediation strategies to technical and executive audiences.
• Maintain documentation of all identified risks, testing outcomes, and action items.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, penetration testing, or related IT fields.
• Hands-on experience performing vulnerability assessments, network security analysis, and system exploitation.
• Proficiency with Linux and Windows security principles, enterprise networks, and hypervisors.
• Experience developing and implementing risk management methodologies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Industry certifications such as OSCP, GPEN, eCPPTv2, or GWAPT.
• Experience briefing vulnerability and risk assessments to senior management.
• Familiarity with IC/Sponsor environments and prior experience supporting similar customers.
• Strong ability to perform complex technical tasks independently in a high-security environment.

Location:

• Herndon, VA
• This position is onsite and there is no remote availability

Clearance Requirements:

• Candidates must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.
• Applicant MUST hold a permanent U.S. citizenship for this position in accordance with government contract requirements.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.