Penetration Testing Lead

OCH Technologies is seeking a Penetration Testing Lead responsible for planning, executing, and documenting all penetration testing activities performed under this contract, including network, system, application, and aircraft cybersecurity assessments. This individual develops Rules of Engagement with system owners, leads red and blue team exercises, and delivers comprehensive penetration test reports that provide actionable, technically sound findings and recommendations. The ideal candidate is an experienced offensive security professional who combines advanced technical expertise with the discipline, sound judgment, and attention to detail required to operate successfully in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.

This position supports a proposal effort and is contingent upon award, customer approval, and successful onboarding requirements.

Location

Hybrid – Air Traffic Control System Command Center (ATCSCC) Washington, DC

This position may require up to 50% travel to FAA facilities.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Serve as primary technical POC for all penetration testing activities, including network, system, application, aircraft cyber, and specialized assessments.
• Develop Rules of Engagement (ROE) with system owners and ACG for each penetration test. Ensure all parties understand scope, constraints, and reporting requirements before testing begins.
• Personally lead high-complexity penetration tests in NAS and Mission Support environments. Direct testing teams during execution.
• Plan and execute red team and blue team exercises in simulated environments as directed by the FAA. Design realistic attack scenarios that test the effectiveness of NAS cybersecurity defenses.
• Document all penetration test results in Penetration Test Reports (PTRs) including attack vectors tested, vulnerabilities discovered, exploitation paths, and recommended remediation actions.
• Assess and document impact when access is gained during testing, including potential cascading effects on associated systems and network infrastructure. Report high-risk findings immediately to the FAA.
• Lead regression penetration testing to validate that previously identified vulnerabilities have been effectively remediated.
• Manage and maintain penetration testing tools and environments. All tools must be FAA-approved. No circumvention of access controls or privilege escalation outside approved ROE.
• Attend all Program Management Reviews and report on penetration testing status, findings trends, and upcoming test schedules.
• Develop briefings to support POAM development and remediation activities. When requested, provide FAA leadership with prioritized remediation recommendations.

Responsibilities may evolve over time to support team and organizational goals but will remain consistent with the overall scope of the role.