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Computer Exploitation Test Engineer (Penetration Tester)

Praescient Analytics
Praescient Analytics Salary
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

Praescient Analytics has an immediate opening for a 2nd Battalion (BN) Detachment (DET) A Computer Exploitation Test Engineer VAD RED to support the 1st IO Command at Fort Belvoir, VA. As a 2nd BN DET A Computer Exploitation Engineer VAD RED, you will need experience in the following:

Responsibilities:

  • Conducts all-source analytic production of future and current leading edge technologies and their military applications worldwide. Projects the discovery, development, and deployment of advanced technologies and their potential impact on U.S. forces worldwide. Provides risk assessments on the transfer and diversion of defense and dual-use U.S. technologies and assesses national security implications associated with foreign involvement in critical U.S. defense technology and defense sectors. Produces intelligence for the U.S. National, Defense and Acquisition Communities. Conducts all-source analysis to identify, exploit, and assess potential threats, transfer, and vulnerabilities to defense supply chains.

Minimum Experience:

  • Demonstrate comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training and experiences for a Computer Exploitation Engineer VAD RED.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced.
  • Demonstrate ability to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines.
  • Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal oversight and direction.
  • Demonstrate ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution.
  • Demonstrate ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence.

Required Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher and 3 years of relevant experience or a High School Diploma and 7 years of relevant experience.
  • Active TS/SCI or higher clearance (Must Have)
  • An IAT Level III certification (one of the following: CASP, CCNP, CISA, CISSP, or GCIH)
  • Windows CE and Linux CE certifications
  • OSCP or GPEN certification

What you can expect from us:

  • Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
  • Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
  • A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
  • Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
  • A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits:

  • Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
  • Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Travel & performance incentives
  • 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
  • $5K annual training allowance
  • $500 book allowance
  • Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to recruiting@praescientanalytics.com and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.

Salary : $5,000

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