Overview:

We are seeking a Cyber Systems Test Engineer to support the Operational Test and Evaluation Force (OPTEVFOR). This role involves developing and executing structured Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) activities, including cyber survivability assessments using Mission Effect Test and Analysis (META).

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Test Support

Conduct detailed test planning, documentation review, and test execution for C4IS systems.

Support test operations, data management, and reporting to ensure mission success.

Apply modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques to enhance testing processes.

Cyber Test Design and Analysis

Create comprehensive Cyber Survivability Test Plans targeting critical components of the System Under Test (SUT).

Evaluate the operational mission impacts of cyber deficiencies on U.S. Navy platforms and systems.

Identify, prevent, mitigate, and recover from system deficiencies in a cyber-threat environment.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with Program Offices, the Navy Red Team, and other stakeholders to design and execute effective OT&E.

Provide technical insights to enhance cyber survivability and mission readiness.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering (technical), or Aeronautical Engineering.

OR

Minimum two years of DoD cybersecurity experience AND at least two years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

Network Engineering

Programming (e.g., C/C++, Python, Bash)

Systems Test Engineering

Project Management

Penetration Testing

Certifications:

DoDD 8570 IAM/IAT II certification (or ability to obtain within six months of task order award).

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in developing and implementing cyber survivability plans and testing methodologies.

Strong analytical skills to identify and address system deficiencies.

Familiarity with META frameworks and cyber survivability assessment tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard operational environments.

Previous experience working with OPTEVFOR or another service Operational Test Agency.

Security Requirements:

Must possess or be eligible for a TS/TS SCI security clearance.

Specific security requirements will be detailed in a DD254 provided at the task order level.