Requisition #: 277
Job Title: IT Test & Evaluation Engineer
Location: 2001 Brainard Rd Ft Huachuca, Arizona 85613
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Top Secret SCI
SUMMARY
Provide support in operational test and evaluation of National Security Agency (NSA) programs for Operational Effectiveness Suitability and Survivability (OESS).
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Assist in the evaluation of National Security Agency (NSA) Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) for Operational Effectiveness Suitability and Survivability (OESS).
* Assist in development and updating of the Analysis Structure (AS) which is comprised of the Data Source Matrix (DSM) and the Evaluation Framework (EF).
* Assist in development of Test Scenarios and Test Scripts to support the conduct NSA programs Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E).
* Assist in development of various briefings such as the Test Concept Brief (TCB), Test and Evaluation Strategy Brief (TESB) and Operational Test Readiness Review (OTRR).
* Assist in development Operational Test Plan and Test Reports.
* Attend various teleconferences, meetings and working groups.
* Conduct data collection for KMI OT&E events * Conduct the KMI OT&E events * Ensure test requirements, test scenarios and test scripts adequately cover Key Performance Parameters (KPPS).
* Assist in development and updates of Critical Operational Issues (COIs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOE), and Measures of Performance (MOPs).
* Assist in data analysis of raw data to determine operational impact.
* Provide administrative task support such as Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), Weekly Status Reports (WARs) and meeting minutes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
* Requires a Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; or an Associate's degree with at least 4 years of experience; or 6 years of experience. One year of experience can be substituted by 15 semester hours completed towards a Master's degree. Requires at least 1 certification in area of specialization. Additional certifications in the area of specialization may be substituted for experience but varies by certification. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
* Candidate should have a thorough understanding of operational testing and evaluation.
* Candidate should have knowledge with Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), cryptographic devices and COMSEC
* Candidate should have a thorough understanding of Net Ready - Key Performance Parameters (NR-KPP)
* Candidate should be familiar with testing and evaluation.
* Candidate should have knowledge of National Security Agency (NSA) operations.
* Ability to handle stress and work well under pressure
* Have practical and working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, advanced Excel knowledge * Analytical and critical thinking skills.
* Quality interpersonal skills.
* Must be able to multitask and be organized.
* Quality oral and written communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
* Contractor site with 20% travel possible. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 30% of the time. The working environment is generally favorable. Work is generally performed within an office/lab environment, with standard office equipment available.
Strength Demands
* Medium - 50 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
Physical Requirements
* Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl