Certifications Required: DoD Manual 8570.01-M at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT)
Level I
Security Clearance:TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI Polygraph
Education & Experience: • Bachelor's degree (BS) • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Job Summary
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Test Engineer to support a government project in Elkridge, Maryland. This role involves testing cybersecurity systems and products to ensure they meet security and effectiveness standards. As part of an innovative IT team, you will help ensure that today's technology is secure, and tomorrow's systems are smarter.
Key Responsibilities: • Ensure the security and effectiveness of products and systems. • Conduct comprehensive testing of cybersecurity systems and products. • Develop and implement test plans and procedures based on industry standards. • Identify and report vulnerabilities or weaknesses in systems and products. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues found during
testing. • Stay updated on the latest cyber threats and incorporate them into testing strategies. • Generate detailed reports and documentation of test results with improvement
recommendations. • Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members on testing progress and
findings. • Propose and implement solutions to improve cybersecurity systems. • Participate in design and code reviews to ensure security is integrated into development. • Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and procedures. • Adhere to DIA and DoD cybersecurity and testing standards.
Experience & Skills: • Expertise in testing cybersecurity systems and identifying vulnerabilities. • Strong problem-solving skills to address security issues and recommend solutions. • Excellent communication skills to report test findings and collaborate with teams.