Senior Penetration Tester

Job Title: Senior Penetration Tester 701519

Job Type: Contract

Job Location: Raleigh, NC 27601

Note:

Client: NCDHHS - Privacy and Security Office

Rate: $80/hr

Hybrid looking for local consultant only

Interview: Both Phone and In Person

Summary:

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

Regards,