Cyber Test Engineer

Accenture Federal Services•Herndon, VA

1d•$100,200 - $203,400•Onsite

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, our purpose is to help the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer, and improve the lives of its citizens. We are a technology company within global Accenture, with over 13,000 employees dedicated to leveraging technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. We offer a collaborative and caring community where you can grow, learn, and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! We are seeking a purpose-driven, detail-oriented Leader with a can-do attitude to serve as a Cyber Test Engineer in support of a critical mission. In this role, you will immerse yourself in the intricacies of testing and development, honing your skills in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python, as well as scripting with Bash. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct rigorous cyber tool testing to ensure the integrity and robustness of those capabilities. You'll navigate complex virtual test environments using vSphere and ESXi, necessitating familiarity with VMware products. Your role will require a comprehensive understanding of networking protocols and the ability to manage complex storage solutions effectively. Analyzing databases of results and reviewing log files will be a routine part of your job, as will updating the project notes, ensuring that all pertinent information is accurately documented and accessible. Your proficiency in GitLab, Jira, and Confluence will be vital as you write comprehensive reports and actively participate in meetings, clearly describing test setups and outcomes, and making well-considered recommendations for both tool and test environment enhancements. We are looking for someone who brings a strong understanding of successful cyber tool testing paired with an interest in innovating and improving upon our testing strategies and approach to support realistic real-world scenarios. This is a full-time role out of an AFS facility in Herndon, VA. Our location offers ample parking, unlimited free coffee and other refreshments, frequent parties and team-building events, and a supportive management team committed to your growth. In Herndon, you will operate both unclassified and classified networks supporting the testing of sophisticated cyber tools, and provide weekly updates during status meetings with the government client in support of real-world global cyber missions. To be successful in this multifaceted position, you will need a strong foundation in both software engineering and systems administration. Experience with secure development practices and familiarity with the testing of cyber tools within classified environments will be invaluable. Your ability to work collaboratively leading a small team will be critical to your success. The ideal candidate will come prepared to tackle diverse challenges, adapt to varying workloads, and continuously seek ways to improve the tools and environments you work with. Your commitment to the role will be evident in your willingness to take on additional hours and your readiness to engage with the team and clients in a variety of settings.

Requirements

Must possess and be able to maintain a U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security clearance.
5+ years of experience in cyber tool testing.
In-depth knowledge of C/C++, Python, Bash.
Confidence and creativity to recommend corrections, tool and test environment improvements, and innovative approaches to incorporate client feedback.
Strong foundation in software engineering.
Strong foundation in systems administration.
Experience with secure development practices.
Familiarity with the testing of cyber tools within classified environments.

Nice To Haves

Academic degree(s) in relevant fields preferred (Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Mathematics or Physics), or equivalent military experience.
Experience with complex cyber tools testing.
Prior experience with military or government cyber operations support.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Leadership experience.
Enjoy having fun while making a difference.

Responsibilities

Conduct rigorous cyber tool testing to ensure the integrity and robustness of capabilities.
Navigate complex virtual test environments using vSphere and ESXi.
Analyze databases of results and review log files.
Update project notes, ensuring all pertinent information is accurately documented and accessible.
Write comprehensive reports.
Actively participate in meetings, clearly describing test setups and outcomes.
Make well-considered recommendations for tool and test environment enhancements.
Support realistic real-world scenarios with innovative testing strategies.
Operate both unclassified and classified networks supporting the testing of sophisticated cyber tools.
Provide weekly updates during status meetings with the government client.
Lead a small team collaboratively.
Take on additional hours as needed.
Engage with the team and clients in a variety of settings.