Job Title: Senior Penetration Tester

Location: Raleigh, NC, 27607 (Onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months Contract

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

Required / Desired Skills

Minimum 7–10 years of hands-on experience in penetration testing or offensive security

Demonstrated expertise in network and infrastructure security testing

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

Advanced proficiency with penetration testing tools such as: o Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, BloodHound, NetExec,PingCastel Analysis tools

Experience producing standard penetration testing reports

Familiarity with security frameworks and standards, including: NIST SP 800-53, 800-115, 800-61, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP Testing Guide

Experience working within regulated or high-security environments

Strong understanding of legal, ethical, and compliance requirements for penetration testing

Vista Applied Solutions Group Inc

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