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As a Cyber Test Engineer, you will join a team of creative problem solvers to test and evaluate systems using a Whitebox adversarial approach for the Department of Defense in support of Air Force clients. You will focus on filtering capabilities and data flows within system architectures, specifically addressing Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls based on NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Your daily work involves building capabilities through collaborative learning while utilizing Linux command line skills, networking concepts, and virtualization. The role requires proficiency in scripting with Ruby, Python, or Bash to automate tasks. Preferred technical experience includes penetration testing, adversarial emulation, and using tools such as Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit. You must possess a Secret clearance and the ability to obtain Security+ certification within 120 days of starting.
Test and evaluate systems using a Whitebox adversarial approach for DoD clients.
Assess system security based on NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework controls.
Evaluate filtering capabilities and data flows within the system architecture.
Analyze Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls.
Automate basic tasks using Linux command line and scripting in Ruby, Python, or Bash.
Execute and analyze technical test plans and procedures.
Harden systems to prevent cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Utilize vulnerability assessment tools such as Kali Linux, Wireshark, and Metasploit.
What we're looking for
Experience with Linux command line and scripting in Ruby, Python, or Bash.
Experience with networking concepts and virtualization.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Compliant Security+ CE Certification within 120 days of start date.
Experience analyzing/executing test plans, technical documentation, penetration testing, or NIST 800-53 controls (preferred).
Knowledge of cyber threats, hardening techniques, and tools like Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit (preferred); TS/SCI clearance, Master's degree, or advanced certifications (preferred).
Modeling and Simulation
Statistical Analysis
Configuration Management
Systems Engineering
Data Collection
Risk Assessment
Data Sampling
Instrumentation
Quality Assurance