JCWA Operational Test Analyst

Agile Defense; Fort Huachuca (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense is seeking a proactive Operational Test Analyst to plan, execute, and report on testing for cyber systems onsite at Fort Huachuca, AZ. You will build test criteria, engage stakeholders, and present results through organized test plans and reports.

The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent experience with strong communication skills and experience translating objectives into testable requirements. DoD-related frameworks and on-site collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field.
• Experience translating project objectives into testable requirements and KPIs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to support and refine the evaluation framework for cyber systems.
• Draft and update COIs, MOEs, and MOPs as part of team sessions.
• Translate objectives into concrete, testable requirements and KPPs with senior analysts.
• Participate in technical meetings, capture discussions, and track action items.
• Attend technical conferences to communicate the team’s mission and build networks.
• Develop and execute Operational Test Plans; draft test scenarios and scripts.
• Gather data and analyze system performance against mission needs.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Proactive Independent

Collaborative Mindset

Analytical

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1817

Job Title: JCWA Operational Test Analyst

Location: On-Site, Fort Huachuca, AZ

Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Required Certification(s): Sec+, Cyber-related certs (ex. CySA) , Agile frameworks certs (ex. SCRUM)

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive Operational Test Analyst to help plan, execute, and report on testing for cyber systems within a highly dynamic team. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with technical guidelines to build test criteria, engage with project stakeholders, and help communicate results through well-organized test plans, reports, and presentations.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to support and refine the evaluation framework for cyber systems.
• Draft and update Critical Operational Issues (COIs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), and Measures of Performance (MOPs) as part of collaborative team sessions.
• Work alongside senior analysts to translate project objectives into concrete, testable requirements and Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
• Participate actively in technical meetings and working groups, capturing detailed discussions and tracking action items for the team.
• Attend technical conferences to engage information with stakeholders, communicate the team's mission, and build professional networks.
• Contribute to the development and execution of Operational Test Plans, drafting test scenarios and scripts to evaluate system performance.
• Gather data and conduct analysis to evaluate system performance against mission needs and help report on the findings.
• Review system documentation (such as CONOPS and architecture) to help identify testable requirements, risks, and performance gaps.
• Assist in preparing and developing key project presentations, including Test Concept Briefs (TCB) and Operational Test Readiness Reviews (OTRR).

Education, Background & Years of Experience

Requires a Master’s degree; or a Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience; or an Associate’s degree and at least 8 years of experience. One year of experience can be substituted by 15 semester hours completed towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization 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.

Required Skills

• Excellent Communication: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Proactive & Independent: Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal direction, taking the initiative to define tasks and drive progress within an ambiguous and evolving operational environment.
• Collaborative Mindset: A strong team-oriented approach with experience in collaborative brainstorming, providing constructive feedback, and working effectively alongside government and contractor personnel.
• Analytical: The ability to expertly analyze complex technical documentation to identify key information, define risks, and develop testable requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with system-of-systems test methodologies, mission thread analysis, or evaluation support within an Agile or DevSecOps framework.
• Familiarity with DoD Architecture Frameworks (DoDAF), the Net-Ready Key Performance Parameter (NR-KPP), and associated interoperability standards.

Working Conditions

Sedentary conditions, full time onsite.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

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