Cyber Test Engineer

Job Description

CSCI Consulting is looking for a Cyber Test Engineer to support Information System Security Officer and Information System Security Engineer security compliance, automated testing, and continuous monitoring activities within an Impact Level 5 multi-cloud environment. Demonstrate the ability to successfully deliver a complex, mission-critical project requiring coordination across multiple stakeholders, systems, and interdependent requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automated security compliance, testing, and continuous monitoring capabilities

Automate DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide and Security Content Automation Protocol benchmark scanning

Perform continuous DISA SCAP benchmark scanning using ACAS, Tenable SecurityCenter, and Nessus

Use SCAP Compliance Checker to validate XCCDF, ARF, and CKL files

Automate Trellix Policy Auditor scanning for STIG compliance

Develop and maintain Tricentis test automation supporting SAP and Mendix regression testing

Integrate SonarQube quality gates and fortify static application security testing into CI/CD pipelines

Support software bill of materials generation using CycloneDX and SPDX standards

Develop GitLab CI/CD pipelines and implement automated security gates

Validate Infrastructure as Code developed using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation

Integrate security-scanning results into AWS Security Hub

Develop Splunk Enterprise Security queries and automate security alerts

Develop Splunk SOAR playbooks that support automated incident response

Implement Enterprise Security Content Updates detection rules

Integrate with the eMASS API to automate compliance-evidence uploads

Develop AWS Config conformance packs to support continuous compliance

Automate security controls using AWS Audit Manager

Support Continuous Operational Readiness Assessment evidence-pipeline automation

Minimum Requirements

U.S. citizenship

Must be able to obtain a Federal Secret security clearance (Active clearance preferred)

At least four years of experience in security automation, compliance testing, DevSecOps, or related discipline

Ability to meet applicable DoD 8140 qualification requirements for the System Testing and Evaluation Specialist work role

Possession of an applicable cybersecurity certification, such as:

Certified Ethical Hacker

CyberSec First Responder

CompTIA Cloud+

GIAC Security Essentials

CompTIA PenTest+

CompTIA Security+

Systems Security Certified Practioner

Experience with ACAS, Tenable SecurityCenter, Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker, or Trellix Policy Auditor

Experience with Tricentis test automation supporting SAP or Mendix regression testing

Experience integrating SonarQube quality gates or fortify static application security testing with CI/CD pipelines

Experience generating software bills of materials using CycloneDX or SPDX

Experience developing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and implementing automated security gates

Experience testing or validating Infrastructure as Code using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.

Experience integrating security-scanning results into AWS Security Hub.

Experience developing Splunk Enterprise Security queries, automated alerts, or Splunk SOAR playbooks.

Experience with eMASS API integrations, AWS Config Conformance packs, AWS Audit Manager, or comparable compliance-automation capabilities.

Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving

Ability to work with clients to understand their needs

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional presence

Preferred Skills

Proficiency with Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripting

Experience working within AWS GovCloud

Experience with AWS Lambda, Amazon EventBridge, or AWS Step Functions

Understanding of Risk Management Framework continuous monitoring requirements

Experience working in a Scaled Agile Framework environment

Experience participating in Program Increment planning

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cybersecurity, engineering, compliance, and development teams

Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently

Strong customer and vendor relationship skills

Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies

Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value

Past experience working with a Federal government agency

Department of War experience is a plus!

About CSCI

CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed!

At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!

Benefits of Working at CSCI

Competitive salaries

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package

Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar

Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Team building events

Professional development support

Legal

CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to HR@csciconsulting.com with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team.

E-Verify

CSCI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice

As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations.

By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant:

Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process.

Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process.

Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies.

Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law.

For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI’s HR team.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.