Senior Network& Infrastructure Penetration Tester, Raleigh, NC, US

Senior Penetration Tester

Seeking a Senior Penetration Tester to conduct authorized network & infrastructure penetration testing to identify, validate, & demonstrate security weaknesses.

The Senior Penetration Testing Contractor Will

Plan and execute internal and external penetration tests for network and infrastructure environments
Perform vulnerability identification, validation, and controlled exploitation
Assess security posture across:
- Network devices (firewalls, routers, switches)
- On-premise servers and operating systems (Windows, Linux, Unix)
- Active Directory and identity infrastructure
- Remote access solutions and VPNs
- Cloud environments (where applicable)
Simulate advanced threat actor techniques including:
- Privilege escalation
- Lateral movement
- Credential compromise
- Persistence mechanisms
Evaluate security configurations and control effectiveness
Conduct testing in accordance with approved Rules of Engagement
Prepare and deliver formal penetration testing reports suitable for executive, audit, and technical audiences
Support remediation validation and follow-up testing as required

Skill Matrix

Minimum 7–10 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or offensive security Required 7 Years
Demonstrated expertise in network and infrastructure security testing Required 7 Years
Strong understanding of: o TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls, IDS/IPS o Windows and Linux system internals o Active Directory attack paths and defen Required 8 Years
Advanced proficiency with penetration testing tools such as: o Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite o BloodHound, NetExec,PingCastel Analysis tools Required 7 Years
Experience producing standard penetration testing reports Required 7 Years
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards, including: o NIST SP 800-53, 800-115, 800-61 o MITRE ATT&CK o OWASP Testing Guide Required 7 Years
Experience working within regulated or high-security environments Required 7 Years
Strong understanding of legal, ethical, and compliance requirements for penetration testing Required 5 Years

Intellibee Inc

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