AMEWAS, Inc., a growing Department of Defense (DoD)/ Federal Contractor, is seeking highly motivated and talented Red Team/Offensive Cyber Specialist to support the Division ACETEF. Cyber Warfare is a serious threat to today’s military mission systems and sound Cyber Security practices for NAVAIR’s networks, platforms, and weapons systems are essential to meet that threat. Today’s weapon systems must be hardened and protected and must also be tested to ensure continued security and protection of the system, platform, data and personnel.

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A typical day as a Red Team/Offensive Cyber Specialist may include:

• The Red Team/Offensive Cyber Specialist will test cyber security methods by representing Red Force (Adversaries) hackers using a variety of tools and will attempt to reveal threats to our platforms so system engineers can counter those threats quickly.
• The Red Team/Offensive Cyber Specialist must work both independently and in a team environment and be able to devise methods of penetrating robust cyber security environments.
• The specialist must research and devise methods that would likely be used by adversaries and emulate adversaries by carrying out attacks in a controlled environment.
• The specialist must also be able to work with engineers and technicians to assist in understanding various cyber vulnerabilities and threats to assist in securing the system to protect against future threats and penetration.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Entry Level- Minimum of 1 to 3 years
• Mid-Senior Level- Minimum of at least 3 years
• DoD Top Secret security clearance

Education and Certifications:

• BS in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering
• Certified Ethical Hacking or equivalent certification
• Operating System specific certification or training

This position is classified as AMEWAS labor category Information Assurance Specialist.

AMEWAS participates with E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

AMEWAS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Soft Skills & Competencies Required:

Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets. Is reliable, possesses initiative, and works well as an individual or part of a team.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to walk short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site. In some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.

About the Organization

AMEWAS, Inc. is a small, Veteran owned company that has been providing excellent technical, engineering, administrative, and management services to the Department of Defense for more than 35 years. At AMEWAS we understand the need for a successful work/life balance and are focused not just on fulfilling customers’ needs, but ensuring our employees are a top priority as well.

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS easily recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and longevity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development, optimum working conditions, and unique benefits.

AMEWAS has 4.8/5 stars on Glassdoor! Check out our reviews HERE and see what other job seekers have to say!

Our excellent benefits and perks include:

• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement & outreach
• Team building events
• Wellness program
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Discounted gym membership
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance

If interested, please submit your application.