Cybersecurity DT&E/OT&E Test Lead (DoD)

Cybersecurity Jobs; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs is seeking a qualified Cybersecurity Test Lead to support the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. The role will plan, manage, and execute DT&E/OT&E activities for major DoD programs while ensuring mission readiness and DoD cybersecurity compliance.

You will coordinate diverse test teams, develop test plans, and monitor evolving cyber threats. Domestic and international travel up to 15–20 weeks per year is required, with onsite work and strong collaboration with DoD

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Active Secret Clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field and at least 3 years of relevant technical experience in test management, cybersecurity, computer engineering, computer science, or IT systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• DoD 8140 experience or compliance knowledge.
• Experience with DoD developmental and/or operational test processes.
• Experience with aircraft and weapon system testing and evaluation.
• Background in Aircraft, Weapon, Cloud, and/or traditional IP system architectures or avionics.
• Strong project management skills with multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience managing diverse teams.
• Ability to travel globally up to 15–20 weeks per year.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute Cybersecurity DT&E/OT&E activities for major DoD programs.
• Coordinate test resources and align execution to program objectives with DoD/federal customers.
• Contribute to test plans including objectives, methods, and resources.
• Support development of program cost and schedule estimates.
• Maintain proficiency in the Cyber DT&E Test Process/Guidebook.
• Oversee test event planning, coordination, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Document and communicate test results to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and update testing plans accordingly.
• Develop cybersecurity test strategies for DoD systems.
• Lead and oversee multi-skilled test teams across mission areas.
• Attend customer meetings to prepare teams for events.
• Work independently and with teams within strict security protocols.
• Participate in 5 to 10 day test events with extended hours as needed.

Skills

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Leadership of diverse teams

Self-motivated / independent

Education

Bachelor's Degree in technical field

Tools

CISSP

CASP

RMF A&A

NIST

ISO 27001

Job description

Cybersecurity Jobs is seeking a qualified Cybersecurity Test Lead to support the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. The role will plan, manage, and execute DT&E/OT&E activities for major DoD programs while ensuring mission readiness and DoD cybersecurity compliance.

You will coordinate diverse test teams, develop test plans, and monitor evolving cyber threats. Domestic and international travel up to 15–20 weeks per year is required, with onsite work and strong collaboration with DoD