Cyber Capabilities Development SME

Arenatechnologies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arenatechnologies in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Cyber Capabilities Development Subject Matter Expert to coordinate military cyberspace operations and cyber capability development. The role requires expertise in Information Warfare and operational experience in cyber operations with strong networking skills. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance. The position entails developing plans and engaging with various stakeholders to enhance cyber operations and meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance; ability to obtain Special Access Program - Polygraph desired.
• 5+ years of experience in military or government cyber operations.
• Strong proficiency in networking fundamentals and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive contingency plans for cyber operations.
• Provide expertise on Information Warfare and intelligence capabilities.
• Participate in Joint Planning Groups and liaise with intelligence agencies.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Written communication skills

Network exploitation techniques

Cybersecurity policies

Electromagnetic Warfare knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

5+ years of operational experience in military or government cyber operations

Job description

Overview

SPA has an immediate need for a Cyber Capabilities Development Subject Matter Expert.

Responsibilities

Cyber Capabilities SME in development, integration, employment, and synchronization of software/hardware capabilities for military cyberspace operations and electromagnetic warfare. They translate operational requirements, informed by doctrine and operational TTPs, into technical plans and capability requirements; they coordinate with operational and acquisition stakeholders to enhance deliverables supporting offensive cyber operations (OCO).

• Develop predictive contingency plans (CONPLANs, OPLANs), Courses of Action (COAs), and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for cyber operations to support capability development.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Information Warfare, cyber enabling operations (CEO), intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, and electronic warfare (EW). Desire to also have knowledge of Space Enabled Cyber Operations (SECO) and Space Enabled Cyber Access (SECA).
• Provide recommendations to government lead for the design, testing, and evaluation of software/hardware to support cyber capability development. Develops integration and interoperability requirements and apply standards, in the development cycle, to ensure capabilities can be used together.
• Participate in Joint Planning Groups (JPGs), Joint Targeting Boards, and liaises with intelligence agencies, DoD, and industry partners. Familiarity with operational security considerations in cyber and digital domains.
• Evaluate emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and the electromagnetic spectrum to update cyber security measures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain Special Access Program - Polygraph desired
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, often with 5+ years of experience -or-
• 5+ years of operational experience in prior military or government cyber operations experience such as a service developer, CMT, CPT, or CS
• Strong & demonstrated proficiency in networking fundamentals, protocols, and network administration
• Completion of specialized courses such as the Cyberspace Operations Training or Joint Information Operations Planning Course (JIOPC)
• Network exploitation techniques
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to operational personnel for decisions and methodologies
• Strong written communication skills
• Characteristics of Communications Networks, Antennas, Electro-Optics, and EW Systems
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, in a secure SCIF/SAPF space, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Polygraph
• Proficiency in Joint Planning Process (JPP), Joint Operations Planning and Execution System (JOPES), cybersecurity policies
• Cyber and EW/EA Doctrine, Policy, and Authorities
• Cyber and EW Threats
• Cyberspace and Electromagnetic Warfare Operations, Planning, Synchronization, and Integration
• Understanding of vulnerability research and analysis techniques
• Fundamentals of the Electromagnetic Spectrum
• Electrical, EW, and EMS Principles and Theories
• Technical Requirements writing