Basic Level Red Team Operator

Watershed Security, is a Veteran Owned Small Business with over 20 years’ Cybersecurity and Government Contracting experience.,. Watershed is looking for a Basic Level Red Team Operator to assist in the development of cyber OT&E test plans, execute cyber tests in support of Navy acquisition systems, and report cyber test results. Conduct cyber tests on a wide range of systems comprised of information technology and operational technology supporting US Navy platforms, weapon systems, information warfare and business systems/services in live operational environments, laboratories, cyber ranges and cloud-based services; system safety and operational security is paramount in all environments. Leverage all authorized resources and analytic techniques to penetrate/access targeted networks and systems under test in support of cyber OT&E mission. Perform these duties under the supervision of the 01D Current Operations Officer. Provide expertise in penetration testing and DoD and DoN red team operations. Review cyber test requirements for each system under test and research and coordinate with other DoD organizations, academia, private sector and defense Contractors on cyber capabilities and tools to meet the test requirements. Make recommendations to the Government on the test objectives and capabilities to meet current and future test requirements. Coordinate with red team operators and exploitation analysts to implement/integrate the Government determined solutions, including new tools, lab/range use and external resource support.; onsite in Norfolk, VA.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or equivalent/higher certification
• Minimum 1 year experience in penetration testing, red teaming, or exploitation development
• Proficient in at least two operating systems (Windows, Linux, or Unix variants)
• Proficient in at least one offensive tool: Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, or Core Impact
• Able to independently conduct penetration testing/red teaming under guidance
• Able to independently generate red team report documents
• Must have active DoD TS and SCI Eligibility
• Work is onsite in Norfolk, VA Monday – Friday 8am -4.30pm EST
• Possibility of travel up to 10%

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in DOD preferably Navy Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) environments
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communications

*Contingent upon award*
PAY RANGE
Final salary is influenced by factors such as location, contract labor categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications. Watershed offers competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, educational reimbursement, 401K plans with matching, 15 days of PTO to start and 11 paid holidays per year. The proposed salary range for this position is: ($65,000.00 – $77,000.00 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans