Lead and mentor engineers in cyber vulnerability research and testing across application, OS, hardware, and network layers. Develop and maintain emulated threat scenarios and automation using Python, Bash, Java, Selenium, and tools like Scapy, Caldera, and Metasploit. Test third-party capabilities, analyze results, document findings, and coordinate scenario preparation with the Cyber Range team.
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a Senior Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to join the team! In this role, you will support the development of tools and products enabling cyber vulnerability research and testing at the application, operating system, hardware, and network levels. This position is flexible for remote and/or office work with strong career growth opportunities.
What You’ll be Doing:
- Provide mentorship and direction to engineers and researchers on threat research and development goals
- Test and evaluate 3rd party capabilities using open source and proprietary tools
- Craft unique, tailor-made emulated threat scenarios leveraging tools such as Python/Scapy, Caldera, Metasploit
- Document and collaborate on scenario development and findings with team members, both internal and external
- Develop and maintain threat scenario automations using combinations of Bash, Python, Java, Selenium
- Coordinate, develop, and test scenario preparation activities with the Cyber Range team
What Required Skills You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) and minimum of 8+ years of professional experience
- TS/SCI is required
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Ability to provide critical analysis and review of test plans, test results, and documentation
- Ability to learn, adapt, develop, test, and troubleshoot at all application and operating system layers
- Excellent written and verbal skills to communicate with technical team members, managers and customers
- Scripting and software development using Python/Java/C++
- Proficiency with Linux and command line environments (Ubuntu, Red Hat, Rocky)
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware, KVM, Proxmox)
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring
- Proficient in analyzing performance issues and testing efficiency improvements
- Familiarity of networking concepts and protocols at all layers of the OSI model
- Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework and Cyber Security concepts
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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