Cybersecurity Test Lead - Mid-Level

Odyssey; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Test Lead (Mid-Level) supporting the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. The role focuses on planning, managing, and executing DT&E/OT&E activities to ensure mission readiness and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements for aircraft, weapon systems, and cloud environments.

The position requires a US citizen with an Active Secret Clearance, a technical bachelor’s degree, and 3+ years in test management or cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required
• US citizenship required
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field and 3+ years of relevant experience in test management/cybersecurity/CS/IT systems
• DoD 8140 certification required
• Experience with DoD developmental and/or operational test processes
• Experience with aircraft and weapon system testing/evaluation
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical and non‑technical audiences
• Willingness/ability to travel 15–20 weeks per year

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute Cyber DT&E/OT&E activities for major DoD programs
• Coordinate cyber test event planning, execution, analysis, and reporting
• Develop cybersecurity test strategies and test plans
• Support development of program cost and schedule estimates
• Lead diverse cyber test teams and ensure adherence to security protocols
• Communicate test results to technical and non-technical audiences

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Test planning

Project management

Communication

Risk assessment

Aircraft/weapon systems

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field

DoD 8140 certification

CISSP

CASP

Tools

RMF A&A

NIST/ISO27001 frameworks

Vulnerability assessment tools

Penetration testing tools

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Cybersecurity Test Lead (Mid-Level) supporting the 48th Cyberspace Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, FL. The Cybersecurity Test Lead will help plan, manage, and execute Cybersecurity Developmental and Operational Test & Evaluation (DT&E/OT&E) activities for major DoD programs, ensuring mission readiness and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements. This role supports multi-disciplinary test teams performing system security analysis on military systems and software to identify vulnerabilities across aircraft, weapon systems, cloud architectures, and traditional IP-based environments.

This is a full-time position located at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, with approximately 25% travel.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

Cybersecurity Test Planning & Management

• Manage cybersecurity test projects and program objectives with DoD and federal agency customers.
• Track team test requirements and support the team in meeting program objectives.
• Provide input to test plans documenting objectives, methods, and resources.
• Support development of program cost and schedule estimates.
• Become fully proficient in the Cyber DT&E Test Process/Guidebook.

Cyber Test Execution & Reporting

• Coordinate test resources to ensure successful program execution.
• Oversee cyber test event planning, coordination, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Support administrative and logistical preparation required for test events.
• Document and communicate test results to both technical and non-technical audiences in written and oral formats.
• Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats and update testing plans and procedures accordingly.
• Assist in developing cybersecurity test strategies for DoD systems.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage diverse cybersecurity test teams and provide oversight for multi-skilled test efforts.
• Attend meetings with customers to prepare test teams for upcoming events.
• Work both independently and collaboratively, maintaining strict adherence to security protocols and professional standards.
• Participate in 5–10 day test events, with extended or variable hours as needed.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance

Education: 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 equivalent combinations of experience and education.

Certifications: DoD 8140 required

• 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 the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing diverse teams.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in both small and large team environments.
• Ability to travel globally up to 15–20 weeks per year.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: CISSP, CASP

• Knowledge of Cybersecurity Assess and Authorize (A&A) processes supporting DoD acquisition via the RMF.
• Familiarity with industry cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity testing methodologies and tools (vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, risk assessments).
• Knowledge of the DoD acquisition process.
• Understanding of network security and network engineering concepts.

Technical Skills

• Experience in cybersecurity testing for DoD systems, including DT&E and OT&E.
• Ability to lead and coordinate test teams across multiple mission areas.
• Strong understanding of aircraft, weapon systems, cloud environments, and traditional IP architectures.
• Proficiency in developing and contributing to test plans, schedules, cost estimates, and test strategies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity assessment processes, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, and risk evaluation.
• Working knowledge of RMF A&A processes and cybersecurity standards (NIST, ISO frameworks).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating cybersecurity threats, trends, and associated risks.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to manage and guide diverse cybersecurity test teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to brief both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with DoD organizations, federal agencies, and customer stakeholders.
• Strong initiative, professionalism, and discretion with strict adherence to security protocols.
• Ability to work independently and within team environments under dynamic conditions.
• Effective coordination and teamwork during time-sensitive test events.

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: 25%

Onsite

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.