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Cyber Vulnerability Analyst - Penetration Tester

Parsons Services Company
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a Cyber Vulnerability Analyst with a background in Red Team/Penetration Testing to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for simulating adversary tactics and working with other threat analyst team members to inform the proactive identification of cyber threats with the goal to prevent and eradicate threats to critical U.S. systems. You will work as part of a team that analyzes disparate data sets to discover and inform cyber operations. This role requires a firm understanding of offensive cyber strategies, adversarial attack methodologies, and defensive strategies.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information systems, network forensics or other data analysis roles.
  • Seven (7 ) years' experience working in the areas of intelligence, information security, network forensics, insider threat or security operations.
  • Deep understanding of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and ability to identify system vulnerabilities in order to communicate defensive recommendations to other analysts.
  • Ability to analyze and correlate threat data from multiple sources.
  • Ability to work with development teams and articulate requirements/enhancements to secure capabilities and tools.
  • Ability to perform log file analysis including creating threat intelligence reports that indicate findings, mitigations, and confidence.
  • Experience fanning advanced analytics, network diagrams, and other forms of associated knowledge to further understand systems, networks, environments, and adversaries.
  • Experience working with IC mission cybersecurity analysts on understanding the adversary and developing mission specific TTPs.
  • Document findings, create detailed reports, and present results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., GCTI, OSCP, GIAC, CEH, CRT) are not required but are a plus.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph required.

Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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Salary : $134,100 - $241,400

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