Cybersecurity Test Lead - Mid-Level

Duties include, but not limited to: 

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance 

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field and at least 3 years of relevant technical experience in test management, cybersecurity, computer engineering, computer science, or IT systems — or equivalent combinations of experience and education.

Certifications: DoD 8140 required

• Experience with DoD developmental and/or operational test processes.
• Experience with aircraft and weapon system testing and evaluation.
• Background in Aircraft, Weapon, Cloud, and/or traditional IP system architectures or avionics.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing diverse teams.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in both small and large team environments.
• Ability to travel globally up to 15–20 weeks per year.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: CISSP, CASP

• Knowledge of Cybersecurity Assess and Authorize (A&A) processes supporting DoD acquisition via the RMF.
• Familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity testing methodologies and tools (vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, risk assessments).
• Knowledge of the DoD acquisition process.
• Understanding of network security and network engineering concepts.

Technical Skills

• Experience in cybersecurity testing for DoD systems, including DT&E and OT&E.
• Ability to lead and coordinate test teams across multiple mission areas.
• Strong understanding of aircraft, weapon systems, cloud environments, and traditional IP architectures.
• Proficiency in developing and contributing to test plans, schedules, cost estimates, and test strategies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity assessment processes, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, and risk evaluation.
• Working knowledge of RMF A&A processes and cybersecurity standards (NIST, ISO frameworks).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating cybersecurity threats, trends, and associated risks.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to manage and guide diverse cybersecurity test teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to brief both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with DoD organizations, federal agencies, and customer stakeholders.
• Strong initiative, professionalism, and discretion with strict adherence to security protocols.
• Ability to work independently and within team environments under dynamic conditions.
• Effective coordination and teamwork during time-sensitive test events.

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: 25%

Onsite

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Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities