Junior Aircraft and Munitions Pen Tester (3979-987)
Palmdale, CA

Job Description

Our aircraft research team is searching for new members that can help us conduct penetration tests on aircraft systems. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment, learning new technology areas, and breaking things, this is the place for you. If you like aviation, working on the most advanced aircraft in the world is also a plus. We provide a number of opportunities to learn ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.Work environment is in a newly renovated facility at Edwards AFB, CA.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Support embedded systems, network, MIL-STD-1553 Data Bus and Datalink penetration test efforts
* Reverse engineering and exploitation of embedded aircraft and munitions hardware and software
* Research existing and emerging threats to systems under test and develop test plans to assess vulnerability
* Support development of test strategy and tools for testing embedded aircraft and munitions hardware and software.
* Communicate test results to technical and non-technical stakeholders both verbally and in writing
* Support compliance assessments as required

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.

Required Experience

One of the following combinations is required: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 0-3 years of technical experience -OR- Associate's Degree in a technical discipline and 4 years of technical experience -OR- HS Diploma or Equivalent and 6 years of technical experience.

* A great attitude, curiosity, and a willingness to learn
* The ability to obtain a DOD SECRET security clearance is required. US Citizenship.
* Software development experience is desired, but at least some scripting experience in Python, Ruby or similar language is required.
* Experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems
* Must be able to obtain DOD 8570 IAT Level 3 certification (CASP, CISSP, etc.) within 6 months of hire, and maintain certification throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience testing networks using Nessus, Wireshark, Metasploit, Kali, Nmap and related tools.
* Understanding of network security/engineering.
* Knowledge of common wired and wireless network protocol structures.
* Experience designing, building, or testing embedded systems.
* Experience with a non-IP bus protocol (CAN bus, Mil-Std 1553, ARINC 429, etc).
* Experience with aircraft avionics.
* Experience with munitions testing/evaluation.
* Certified Ethical Hacker and/or Offensive Security Certified Professional certification(s)

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.