Responsibilities

• Conduct cyber vulnerability assessments on airborne platforms, embedded systems, and mission-critical subsystems.
• Develop test plans, threat models, and evaluation criteria based on system architecture and mission context.
• Execute penetration testing, red team assessments, and software/hardware exploit techniques in lab and field environments.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity analysts, test leads, and system engineers to define test objectives and interpret results.
• Document findings, mitigation recommendations, and support risk management decision processes.
• Interface with program stakeholders during test events, briefings, and engineering working groups.
• Ensure all testing activities align with DoD cybersecurity guidance and authorization frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity testing or cyber vulnerability assessment roles.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements (e.g., RMF, DoDI 8510.01, CNSSI 1253).
• Experience with penetration testing tools and techniques (e.g., Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nessus).
• Familiarity with avionics, mission systems, or platform-level architecture.
• Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI.

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), or similar certification.
• Experience working with AFLCMC, OTAs, or weapon system PMOs.
• Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and secure embedded systems.
• Experience conducting test events in laboratory, SIL, or platform-level environments.
• Strong technical writing and briefing skills.