HVA Assessment Operator / Penetration Tester (AES Certified)

Sprightbulb

  • Washington DC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
HVA Assessment Operator / Penetration Tester (AES Certified)At Sprightbulb, we guide organizations through meaningful transformation with a focus on product thinking, agile principles, and business alignment. Our non-prescriptive, agile-first approach embraces uncertainty, shortens feedback loops, and delivers real value.We’re a fast-growing, collaborative team of practitioners and change agents who challenge conventional thinking and help clients unlock what’s possible. As a Sprightbulb consultant, you’ll work on high-impact initiatives across industries and help shape how work gets done.About the RoleWe’re seeking an AES-Certified HVA Assessment Operator / Penetration Tester to join a team launching a comprehensive High-Value Asset (HVA) program for a federal agency. This role requires a tactical and flexible operator who can shift seamlessly between execution and enablement. Onsite work in DC is expected.Key Responsibilities
  • Perform vulnerability and penetration testing NT1 HVAs under defined rules of engagement
  • Identify, document, and analyze technical vulnerabilities
  • Assess impacts and contribute to full lifecycle risk analysis
  • Produce comprehensive appendices with exploit results, findings, and risk classifications
  • Collaborate closely with the Technical Lead on assessment reporting and deliverables
Required Qualifications
  • AES certification under CISA's HVA Assessment and Evaluation (AES) Program
  • 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red team engagements
  • Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, Nmap, and others
  • Strong understanding of FISMA, HVA, and DHS cybersecurity guidelines
  • Must be able to obtain a Public Trust or higher clearance
Preferred
  • Experience supporting federal agencies (DHS, DOT, IRS, DoD)
  • Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or PMP
  • Familiarity with ISO standards and working in Agile environments
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