Paragon Technology Group, Inc. is hiring: Penetration Tester in Washington

The Penetration Tester conducts internal and external penetration testing to analyze and evaluate attempts to compromise the application on all major and minor GNMA applications. Responsibilities Configure, run, and monitor automated security testing tools. Perform manual penetration testing of client systems, websites, and networks to identify and exploit vulnerabilities. Use comprehensive knowledge of techniques, tools, and standards to build test plans and methodologies. Conduct Security Testing and Evaluation to measure effectiveness of client Service Provider’s security control environment. Perform manual validation of vulnerabilities. Compile, draft, review, develop, and deliver input for reports on all aspects relevant to information security activities, processes, and associated documentation. Apply knowledge of industry standard software and hardware tools to recommend solutions to meet customer penetration testing. Apply expertise in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, managing multiple tasks, and working independently. Required Qualifications CompTIA PenTest+, EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Penetration Tester (CPT) Experience conducting internal/external penetration testing to analyze and evaluate attempts to compromise applications Experience providing report of the results, to include material weaknesses and other significant deficiencies Desired Qualifications Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT), Certified Cloud Penetration Tester (CCPT), Certified Mobile and Web Application Penetration Tester (CMWAPT), or Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Penetration Tester (GPEN) Knowledge and experience using the Cybersecurity Asset Management (CSAM) or similar Vulnerability Management System(s) Experience testing cloud service offerings GNMA or HUD experience Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Paragon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr