Modeling & Simulation Analyst (MSIC)

COLSA; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

COLSA is seeking a Threat Modeling Engineer to apply modeling and simulation techniques for threat model validation and V&V testing in MSIC programs such as ITASE and TMAP. Responsibilities include reviewing threat model docs, conducting architecture release testing, and analyzing M&S performance across autonomous and integrated scenarios.

Candidates should have a STEM degree and 2–5 years’ M&S experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field.
• Minimum 2–5 years related experience in M&S field.
• U.S. Citizenship required. Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain MSIC lab access.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and pass CI poly within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Review threat model documentation for process improvement.
• Threat model/architecture release testing.
• Analyze M&S performance of autonomous/integrated scenarios, focusing on messages between simulation federates.

Skills

Threat modeling

M&S testing

Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM field

Tools

Gitlab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applicant will apply an understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques to perform threat model and scenario creation, validation and verification (V&V) testing, analysis, and process improvement for M&S programs such as ITASE and/or TMAP for the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC).

Job duties may include:

• Review of threat model documentation for identifying process improvement
• Threat model and/or architecture release testing
• Analyzing M&S performance of small to large autonomous and/or integrated scenarios, focusing on messages sent between simulation federates and comparing threat model performance to Intelligence data
• Configuring M&S scenarios using threat model documentation and Intelligence data
• Executing simulations with user-configured ("Constructive") threat models as well as Operator-in-the-Loop (OITL) threat models
• Performing "batch" runs (i.e. more than one run) for scenarios by sweeping threat model parameters
• Using Gitlab Software Configuration Management for software issue reporting and file configuration management
• Using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documenting test reports and results, and documenting identified M&S process improvement recommendations
• Using collaboration software such as MatterMost to clearly and effectively communicate with multiple teams between multiple labs and locations
• Efficiently manage personal tasking, make informed decisions with minimal supervision, and proactively seek out the necessary information to complete assignments
• Work in a fast-paced lab environment onsite at MSIC, interfacing routinely with both Contractor and Government employees
• Exercise effective technical written and oral communication with Program Management and teammates
• Multitask well, have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and a productive team player

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits

Required Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience in M&S field
• U.S. Citizenship required. Active Secret clearance allowing for immediate MSIC lab access upon hiring.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance and the ability to successfully pass a CI poly within 6 months of hire date

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph through DIA (i.e. existing clearance allowing for immediate MSIC SCIF access upon hiring)
• In-depth knowledge of MSIC SAM threat models
• In-depth knowledge of TMAP, JSE, and/or ITASE M&S environments
• Knowledge of MSIC C4 threat models
• Knowledge of MSIC M&S for Air/Land/Sea/Space domains
• Knowledge of threat model testing techniques
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux platforms for threat model development, execution, analysis, tool development

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary Type

Annually

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.