Coalfire Federal is a market leading cybersecurity consultancy that provides independent and tailored advice, assessments, technical testing, and a full suite of cybersecurity engineering services to Federal agency customers. Coalfire Federal along with its parent company, Coalfire, has an unparalleled client list with deep customer relationships with leading cloud and technology providers including Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, Google and Oracle and Federal agencies.  Coalfire has been a cybersecurity thought leader for over 20 years and has offices throughout the United States and Europe and is committed to making the world a safer place by solving our clients’ toughest security challenges. 

But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.

We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.  

What’s the purpose of general applications?

We are always looking to add to our team of diverse cybersecurity talent. By completing the general application for this practice area, you’ll become a part of our talent community of potential candidates that we review for future opportunities. Our team will reach out if a position becomes available that fits your background.

*Please note – general applications are separate from specific job openings. If you’re interested in a specific position posting, please apply to that position to be considered.

We encourage you to check back on a periodic basis for specific positions that become listed on our career site.

We hack all the things, from managed cloud environments to custom mobile applications, to enormous corporate internal networks. Our clients range from leading Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) to the Federal government, giving us a wide stack of technologies to win against. We do our best to continue learning, finding risks, and improving our client’s security. We leverage several different tools including Kali Linux, Burp Suite, and Cobalt Strike.

Why be a Penetration Tester at Coalfire Federal

Our name is well-known in the cybersecurity space due to our high standard of work provided to some of the largest clients in the world. While we work together well as a team, we encourage everyone to spend time on developing tools and talks that further their careers, as well as keep Coalfire at the forefront of the industry. Everyone on our team lives and breathes cybersecurity – if you do as well, we’d love to talk to you. 

Qualifications
If you’re a self-starter, can walk the walk, and convince our team that you know your stuff, apply to this post. You’ll need to be an effective communicator with a varying audience, from system administrators and developers, all the way up to the C-suite. You’ll impress us if you have experience with FedRAMP, AppSec, Red Teaming, and any specialized skills in areas such as reverse engineering, mobile security, firmware security, or development.

Education

A bachelor’s degree or higher indicates your dedication to completing lofty goals but isn’t necessarily required for the position.

Clearance / Suitability

Suitability to obtain a clearance is required.  A current Secret or Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Certifications

Due to your interest in penetration testing, you’ll likely have some pen testing certs already (OSCP, OSCE, GPEN, eJPT, etc.). You might also have a CISSP or other industry recognized certifications.  

Years of Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience related to cybersecurity skillsets, to include:

• • At least one year of red team experience (including physical security testing)
  • At least of two years in application security 

Location

Most of our work is done remotely. However, you may need to travel from time to time. Some of our clients prefer or require onsite testing due to the sensitivity of their networks. Bonus points if you’re in the Northern Virginia area, as this may cut down on the travel needs.

Our people make Coalfire Federal great. We work together on interesting things and achieve exceptional results. We act as trusted advisors to our customers and are committed to client-focused innovation as well as innovation in the industries that we serve.

Coalfire offers our people the chance to grow professionally with colleagues they like and respect while tackling challenges that stretch their minds and expand their skill sets. Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more.

And you’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.  

Coalfire is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.