Lead Cybersecurity Test Engineer

2 weeks ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Nightwing Full time

Position Overview:

At Nightwing, we are committed to safeguarding our nation and allies through advanced cybersecurity solutions. We leverage over a century of expertise to address contemporary challenges and anticipate future threats. Our team tackles significant issues that contribute to a safer, more secure environment.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Principal Cybersecurity Test Engineer to join our Cybersecurity Engineering team. This role is integral to a prominent program, where you will engage in establishing methodologies, planning assessments, developing test scripts, and documenting procedures and findings. Your comprehensive understanding of complex subsystems will be essential in ensuring the validity and integrity of our testing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement test protocols to validate cybersecurity and information assurance standards for sophisticated software-driven systems.
  • Identify, document, and troubleshoot cybersecurity-related challenges.
  • Generate Analysis and Inspection Reports (AIRs) to confirm compliance with cybersecurity and information assurance standards.
  • Assist in reporting and data analysis associated with formal testing initiatives.
  • Travel may be required to support program activities.

Essential Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
  • A valid U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is mandatory prior to employment.
  • Proven experience in Integration/Test related to cybersecurity within a government contract setting, including the preparation and execution of test protocols for satellite ground systems.
  • Proficiency in both Linux and Windows operating systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve issues pertaining to cybersecurity and information assurance policies.
  • Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a Satellite Ground System development or operational context.
  • Knowledge of ground station satellite domains, including command and telemetry, flight dynamics, or mission planning.
  • Understanding of System Engineering practices related to Testing, Verification, and Validation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • At Nightwing, our core values guide our actions and performance, fostering a vision for a safer, more interconnected world.
  • Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Commitment to Diversity:

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and opportunity. Our commitment to an equitable workplace is unwavering.



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