Parsons Corporation · 1 day ago
Senior Close Access Network Operator
Fort Belvoir, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$121K/yr - $217K/yr
3+ years expParsons Corporation is seeking a Senior Close Access Network Operator to support red team assessments and offensive cyber operations. This role focuses on integrating physical proximity with cyber exploitation to replicate advanced adversary behavior in constrained or denied environments.
National DefenseConstructionIndustrialConsultingInformation TechnologyBuilding MaterialIndustrial EngineeringInfrastructureMilitarySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct close access network operations in support of red team assessments
Perform penetration testing and offensive cyber operations leveraging:
Physical proximity
Non-traditional and segmented networks
Plan and lead technical execution as Assessment Technical Lead for assigned engagements
Direct and mentor mid-level operators during assessment execution
Employ advanced techniques for:
Antivirus evasion
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) evasion
Integrate close access operations with broader red team objectives
Contribute to detailed technical reporting and post-operation debriefs
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) clearance
3+ years of experience conducting: Red team assessments, Offensive cyber operations, Close access or physical-proximity network operations
Demonstrated ability to lead and direct mid-level operators
Must meet DCART apprentice and journeyman operator requirements within prescribed timelines
Professional Certification(s) required for this position are as follows: Must hold an IAT Level III certification as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, 8140.01-03, and as amended
Must pass the DCART Senior Operator Aptitude Test prior to assignment
Willingness to travel up to 15% CONUS/OCONUS
Preferred
5+ years of offensive cyber, red team, or close access operations experience
Prior DoD Cyber Red Team or corporate red team experience
Expertise in close access tradecraft
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays
Company
Parsons Corporation
Parsons is an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm for national security and global infrastructure markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700M2024-02-21Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2019-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Carey Smith
Chair, President and CEO
Matthew Ofilos
Chief Financial Officer
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