System Security Test Engineer (FAA)

Jobot; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Competitive compensation

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a System Security Test Engineer to support verification and validation of complex, mission-critical systems, including networking, VoIP, radio control, and Air Traffic Management systems. The role centers on hands-on security testing and the assessment of NIST SP 800‑53 Rev.

5 controls in integrated hardware, software, and network environments. The ideal candidate combines strong system-testing experience with practical cybersecurity knowledge and the ability to work across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, ECE, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on system test experience with networking, VoIP, radio control, or Air Traffic Management systems.
• Practical experience assessing NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 controls.
• Experience with AC, CM, IA, SC, and SI control families.
• Strong debugging and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and document system security test activities.
• Perform hands-on testing of complex networking, VoIP, radio control, and Air Traffic Management systems.
• Assess and verify security control implementations per NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5.
• Develop test procedures, cases, scripts, and traceability.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, network, and cybersecurity teams to resolve issues.
• Conduct regression testing after changes and patches.

Skills

System testing

Networking

Cybersecurity

Documentation

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline

Tools

Wireshark

Jira

Testing tools

Job description

We are a technology consulting and cloud solutions organization specializing in the design, development, and implementation of highly available, secure, and mission‑critical systems for government and commercial clients. Our teams partner closely with customers to deliver innovative solutions across cloud strategy, cybersecurity, systems integration, data engineering, machine learning, AI, disaster recovery, and enterprise infrastructure initiatives.

Our approach is built around collaboration and long‑term partnership. We work closely with stakeholders at every level of the organization—from executive leadership to engineering and operations teams—to provide scalable, resilient, and secure technology solutions that solve complex business and operational challenges.

With deep expertise in cloud‑first architectures, automation, DevSecOps, virtualization, reliability engineering, and large‑scale systems integration, we help organizations modernize infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and support mission‑critical environments where performance, security, and resiliency are essential.

Our team consists of highly skilled engineers, architects, developers, and technology specialists who thrive on solving complex technical challenges. We foster a culture centered around innovation, collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence while delivering meaningful value to our clients across highly regulated and fast‑evolving industries.

Our client offers highly competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, people‑first culture that promotes innovation, professional growth, and long‑term career development. We are committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, work alongside highly talented teams, and contribute to meaningful, mission‑critical initiatives in a supportive and forward‑thinking workplace.

Job Details

System Security Test Engineer

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Position Summary

We are seeking a System Security Test Engineer to support the verification and validation of complex, mission‑critical systems, including advanced networking, Voice over IP (VoIP), radio control, and Air Traffic Management systems. This role will focus on hands‑on system security testing and the assessment and verification of security controls against NIST SP 800‑53 Revision 5 requirements. The ideal candidate combines a strong systems‑testing background with practical cybersecurity knowledge and experience validating security controls in integrated hardware, software, and network environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, execute, and document system security test activities for complex integrated systems.
• Perform hands‑on testing of advanced networking systems, VoIP systems, radio control equipment, and/or Air Traffic Management systems.
• Assess and verify implementation of NIST SP 800‑53 Rev. 5 security controls.
• Perform security‑control testing within key NIST control families, including:
  • Access Control (AC)
  • Configuration Management (CM)
  • Identification and Authentication (IA)
  • System and Communications Protection (SC)
  • System and Information Integrity (SI)
• Develop detailed security test procedures, test cases, test scripts, expected results, and supporting documentation.
• Execute security verification testing in integrated system and lab environments.
• Validate user access, authentication, authorization, account management, privilege restrictions, configuration controls, communications protections, and system‑integrity mechanisms.
• Analyze test results and identify security‑control deficiencies, unexpected system behavior, and potential vulnerabilities.
• Document defects and security findings with clear supporting evidence and reproducible test steps.
• Work closely with systems engineering, software, network, cybersecurity, and test teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Perform regression testing following security‑related changes, patches, configuration updates, or defect remediation.
• Support formal test events, customer demonstrations, acceptance testing, and technical reviews.
• Maintain traceability between security requirements, NIST controls, test procedures, results, and identified deficiencies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Hands‑on system test experience involving advanced networking, VoIP, radio control equipment, and/or Air Traffic Management systems.
• Practical experience assessing or verifying NIST SP 800‑53 Rev. 5 security controls.
• Experience with AC, CM, IA, SC, and SI control families.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols, including TCP/IP and secure network communications.
• Experience developing and executing formal test procedures and documenting results.
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause‑analysis skills.
• Ability to work across hardware, software, networking, and cybersecurity teams.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with FAA or other safety/mission‑critical systems, Linux and Windows environments, network‑analysis tools such as Wireshark, vulnerability/security testing tools, requirements traceability, Jira or similar defect‑management systems, and formal FAT/SAT or customer acceptance testing would be highly desirable.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.