Submarine Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation Specialist

Acara Solution is looking for a Submarine Cybersecurity Test and evaluation Specialist for our client in Manassas, VA.

• Client is currently seeking an enthusiastic and driven Cybersecurity Test & Evaluation Specialist to join our dynamic teams.
• The selected candidate will join a highly talented team responsible for developing the state-of-the-art Information Assurance (IA)/ Cybersecurity System for the US Submarine Force.
• The team is responsible for the test, evaluation, and design verification of the system under development.
• Additionally, the team ensures functional and technical specifications and standards are met, as well as investigates software and hardware interface problems.
• Responsibilities include developing, modifying, and executing test plans, test procedures, and test reports, as well as assembly and standup of computer equipment.
• Analyze current requirements documentation to develop methods and descriptions for validating requirements through test and other means.
• Crafting comprehensive test procedures.
• Conducting Verification and Validation for corrective changes.
• Supporting informal and formal test events, as well as other customer-driven test activities.
• Identifying, analyzing, and documenting software, firmware, and hardware defects and collaborating with the engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Assisting in configuring the lab in accordance with relevant drawings and port maps.
• Participate in various technical and program meetings on a weekly basis.
• Conduct Informal and Formal Tests as needed to validate all planned testable requirements.
• Communicate project/program issues to management, as necessary.
• Install and check out IA software as well as provide test and troubleshooting support at other testing site locations.
• Employing a professional and confident approach when working with various engineering groups and external entities to define, document, analyze, conduct, and interpret tests.
• Identifying functional issues and proposing effective resolutions.
• Operating in a fast-paced, integrated product development team comprising professionals from multiple contracting organizations and DoD laboratory entities.
• Developing and analyzing test cases while providing regular progress updates.
• Reporting to a manager, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy in your work

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Technology
• Minimum 5 years of Submarine Fire Control Technician (FT) or similar (ST, ET, or IT) or Surface Navy experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience with AN/BYG-1 combat systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering principles, concepts, practices, and standards.

Preferred Skills:

• Master's Degree
• Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields.
• Proficiency in software testing and analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assemble and test computer equipment.
• Understanding of networking, protocols, e.g., UDP, TCP/IP, ICMP, encryption.
• Basic Linux command-line knowledge.
• Experience with Strike Software (TTWCS, TCIP, and MDS).
• Creative thinking with the ability to multitask
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.
• Successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD security clearance.