Security Test & Evaluation Analyst (Artificial Intelligence) (Sr.)

Security Test & Evaluation Analyst (Artificial Intelligence) (Sr.) Washington, DC Pay From: $80.00 per hour MUST: Sr. Security Test and Evaluation Analyst (AI) 7+ years of hands-on security test and evaluation experience utilizing technologies such as Tenable Nessus, GitLab vulnerability scanning, Fortify, Invicti, Mandiant MSV, Kali Linux, Wiz, or similar security testing technologies 5+ years of hands-on security test and evaluation experience involving cloud technologies including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, ServiceNow, or similar platforms Hands-on experience implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for security test and evaluation Strong experience with security testing, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and ethical hacking Experience performing all phases of ethical hacking including reconnaissance, footprinting, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation Experience performing static and dynamic application security testing Experience performing authenticated and unauthenticated security testing Experience analyzing data and software to identify security gaps and vulnerabilities and determine exploitability Experience testing on-premises and cloud-based systems and applications Experience evaluating system architectures and security controls Experience analyzing AI-generated vulnerability findings and determining appropriate remediation strategies Experience collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to assess, prioritize, and develop remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities Deep understanding of network protocols, configurations, and security technologies preferred Strong knowledge of network security, operating system hardening, database security, and web application security preferred Experience identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities across Windows, Linux, macOS, firewalls, routers, switches, web applications, and APIs preferred Knowledge of common application vulnerabilities including SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) preferred Experience leveraging AI-enabled capabilities for security testing and evaluation within hybrid environments preferred Experience supporting government environments utilizing NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP, and OMB guidance preferred Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication and documentation skills Ability to work full-time onsite in Washington, DCDUTIES: Develop and execute comprehensive security testing and evaluation activities across on-premises and cloud computing environments Perform ethical hacking activities including reconnaissance, footprinting, scanning, exploitation, and post-exploitation Conduct static and dynamic application security testing, architecture reviews, and security control evaluations Perform scenario-based and functional security testing using authenticated and unauthenticated testing methodologies Implement AI-enabled solutions supporting security test and evaluation activities Integrate emerging AI capabilities into existing security testing and evaluation processes Develop AI-enhanced approaches for vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, application security testing, and control assessments Provide technical requirements, observations, design recommendations, and artifacts supporting the development of AI-enabled security testing technologies Analyze output from AI models designed to identify and probe vulnerabilities in hardware, software, and cloud-based systems Evaluate identified vulnerabilities for exploitability and potential security impact Develop and recommend remediation strategies to reduce risk and address identified security gaps Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize vulnerabilities and develop actionable remediation plans Ensure AI-enabled security testing activities comply with applicable governance, security standards, and regulatory requirements Develop security metrics, analytic products, assessment results, and technical reports demonstrating the effectiveness of AI-enabled security testing capabilities Support the continued development and improvement of AI-enabled security test and evaluation processes, tools, and capabilities Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act.