Job Description:Parsons is looking for a 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:- 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 in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical field and a minimum of 5+ years related experience
- Software development using Python, Java, C++
- Ability to learn, adapt, develop, test, and troubleshoot at all application and operating system layers
- Proficiency with Linux and command line environments (Ubuntu, Red Hat, Rocky)
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. VMware, KVM, Proxmox)
- Excellent written and verbal skills to communicate with technical team members, managers and customers
- Experience writing unit tests and performing system integration testing
- U.S. citizenship is required
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
- Ability to obtain a security clearance is preferred
Security Clearance Requirement:None
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: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
We 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.
