Cyber Testing Engineer (T&E Cyber)
- Level
- Mid
Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.
Open. First seen 7 October 2026.
About the role
Who We Are (video)
JRC Careers's standard text
At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.
🚀Join JRC's MIssiles & Space Team!
The JRC team is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Test and Evaluation Cyber Engineer to support the Navy SSP customer in a fast-paced new Acquisition development program for the Nuclear Sea-Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM-N) program. The successful candidate requires a multi-disciplinary professional who combines the rigor of T&E with deep expertise in cybersecurity and weapons systems.
💼What You'll Do
Test Planning & Design - you will develop, document, and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and reports for cybersecurity T&E. Provide integrated testing through experience in integrating Developmental Test (DT), Operational Test (OT), and contractor testing to create an efficient and holistic test program.
🧠What You Bring to the Table
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
- Active DoD Secret or DoE security clearance.
- Embedded Systems Security: Expertise in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within embedded software and hardware components of the weapon system. • Threat Analysis: Ability to evaluate the weapon system's resilience against a range of cyber threats, including kinetic and non-kinetic attacks. • Live Fire T&E (LFT&E): Knowledge of LFT&E procedures to assess system survivability and lethality in a realistic combat environment.
- Vulnerability Assessment: Proficiency with tools like ACAS (Assured Compliance Assessment Solution) and HBSS (Host Based Security System) to conduct vulnerability scanning and analysis.
- Penetration Testing: Experience conducting adversarial assessments to identify and exploit system vulnerabilities.
- Cyber Defense: Knowledge of cyber defense mechanisms, threat detection, and incident response in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
- Platform IT (PIT): Expertise in securing Platform Information Technology, including the A&A process for aircraft or weapon platforms.
- Acquisition Process: Familiarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle and the role of T&E within it.
- 5+ years' experience in Missile design and testing with preference for experience with Cruise Missile Design.
- Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing test data to identify system vulnerabilities, performance issues, and root causes of failures.
- Evaluation & Reporting: Skilled in authoring detailed technical reports and briefing findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- DoD 8140/8570 Certification: Possession of certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) for IAM Level III is highly preferred.
- Risk Management Framework (RMF): In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with the DoD's RMF process for Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of IT systems.
- System Knowledge: Understanding of missile system architecture, including guidance, navigation, control, and communication subsystems.
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate system design activities.
- Proven ability to prioritize and execute workload to meet requirements and deadlines and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment conducting analysis with uncertainties or incomplete data.
- Must be capable of breaking down complex issues into simplified problem statements and laying out objective approaches to identify and compare the merits of competing solutions.
⭐Bonus Points
- Active DoD TOP SECRET security clearance.
- Master's Degree in a related field.
- Experience with weapon system acquisition programs.
JRC Careers's standard text
At JRC we offer...
- A competitive compensation package
- An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
- The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
- A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career
What this role asks for
Standard for security roles
Cybersecurity
Common in security postings at any company.
87% of this description is written for the role. The rest is JRC Careers's standard text, folded away below.
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The team: Missiles & Space (M&S) HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 12 open in Missiles & Space (M&S). 10 were posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in July: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
Cybersecurity (2 of 12)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
- Senior Program Analyst posted Oct 8
- Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer posted Oct 8
- Systems Safety Engineer posted Oct 8
- Deputy Branch Engineer posted Oct 8
- Support Equipment Engineer posted Oct 7
- Missile Integration Engineer (Flight to Shipboard Integration Engineer) posted Oct 7
- Flight Systems Engineer posted Oct 7
- Information Systems Security Office (ISSO) posted Sep 29
- All Source Analyst posted Sep 25
- Assistant Special Security Officer posted Aug 18
- Utilities Engineer posted Jul 8
From the team and dates on JRC Careers's own job board.
Other openings for this role
2 postings for this role in Washington, DC since 3 October 2026, 1 still open. None has been taken down and posted again.
- 7 October 2026 – open (this posting)
- 3 October 2026 – closed 7 October 2026
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