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Penetration Tester (Active TS/SCI DOD Clearance Required)

TEKsystems
$65.00 - $90.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, South Carolina, Charleston
Feb 14, 2026
Description Our client is looking to hire a TS SCI cleared Red Team operator to support a broad range of efforts. Required Skills Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science Be certified as an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE) or Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE) or Offensive Security Exploit Developer (OSED) or Offensive Security Experienced Pentester (OSEP) or Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP) or Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE) or Hack The Box Certified Penetration Testing Specialist (HTB CPTS) or Hack The Box Certified Bug Bounty Hunter (HTB CBBH) or Certified Red Team Operator (CRTO) from Zero Point Security or Certified Red Team Lead (CRTL) from Zero Point Security or Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT) or GIAC Red Team Professional (GRTP) or GIAC Experienced Penetration Tester (GX-PT) or GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) Seven (7) years with Masters or 11 years with Bachelor's degree of experience in computer design, software development or computer networks. Three (3) years of technical experience in support of Penetration Testing or certified Red Team. TS/SCI Clearance Desired Skills Demonstrated experience working in a demanding environment as a collaborative team member Excellent oral and written communication skills Skills Cyber security, Threat Hunting, penetration test, Information security, metasploit, python, Security, Automation, Siem, Incident response, Malware analysis Top Skills Details Cyber security,Threat Hunting,penetration test,Information security,metasploit,python Additional Skills & Qualifications 2 LCATs being utilized 1) 7 years with MS; 11 years with BS; 3 years technical experience supporting Penetration Testing or certified Red Team 2) 10 years with MS; 14 years with BS; 5 years technical experience supporting Penetration Testing or certified Red Team Experience Level Intermediate Level * This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret) * Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, SC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $65.00 - $90.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Charleston,SC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.