Specifically this person would be responsible for all phases of the test cycle including:  analyzing requirements, developing test cases and procedures, creating test and integration plans, executing test cases, supporting test bed configuration and design validation, attending technical security assessment review meetings with architecture group, development, and test teams, working closely with the architecture group and development team to ensure implementation of the security requirements, assist in researching, installing, configuring, upgrading, and implementing COTS applications, performing testing (to include functional and regression) in a team environment and documenting results.  

 

In addition, the security engineer/tester will assist in developing Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) security documentation, help to identify vulnerabilities, perform vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, fulfill routine procedures, and perform security administration tasks and assigned technical information security functions to ensure all applicable program requirements are met.  

 

To qualify the successful candidates must possess strong analytical/troubleshooting skills, ability to prioritize and work within a multitasking environment, strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and knowledge of DCID 6/3, Protecting Sensitive Compartmented Information within Information Systems, requirements. Minimum six years of Information System security-related engineering experience with a strong background in certification and accreditation.  Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) desirable.  

 

Candidates must be eligible to be cleared to the TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. If you have an active Top Secret/SCI our client is willng to upgrade your clearance to a Full Scope Polygraph.