Systems Test Engineer

Owl Cyber Defense; Morrisville (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Owl Cyber Defense Solutions, LLC in Morrisville, NC invites applications for a Systems Test Engineer – Automation & Performance. You will design and execute automated tests, run performance benchmarks, and support validation of cross-domain devices that control and secure data flows.

The ideal candidate is a software developer who enjoys solving complex problems, thrives in a small team, and takes ownership to improve quality and automation across the testing lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience with Python, Ansible, Java, or bash.
• Strong understanding of network architecture and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with performance/load testing concepts (preferred).
• Experience with Linux-based systems and networking protocols (preferred).
• Experience in secure or regulated environments (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute performance benchmarking, throughput, latency, and stress testing.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test solutions for cross-domain devices.
• Support automated functional, integration, and system-level testing and increase automation coverage.
• Collaborate with developers, systems engineers, and test team members in a small, collaborative environment.
• Participate in design, requirement, and test reviews and drive quality improvements.

Skills

Python

Ansible

Java

bash

Network architecture

Troubleshooting

Performance testing concepts

Linux

Networking protocols

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Packet Capture Tools

Job description

Job Title: SystemsTest Engineer Department: Engineering Reports to: Manager – Systems Test Engineering Office: Hybrid Work Environment: Hybrid

Owl Cyber Defense is a leader and trusted partner in cyber security. We deliver solutions that protect and connect the world’s most critical networks. Owl’s product lines of cross domain, data diode, and portable media solutions provide the strongest available security checkpoints for threat prevention and secure data availability. Our in-depth expertise at the operating system level enables us to help government and commercial customers meet ever-evolving cyber security threats.

Job Summary:

The Systems Test Engineer – Automation & Performance plays a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of cross-domain networking and filtering devices. This role focuses on building automated test solutions, executing performance benchmarks, and supporting the validation of systems that control and secure data flows across security boundaries.

The ideal candidate is a skilled software developer who is passionate about technology, enjoys solving complex problems, and thrives in a small, tightly knit engineering team where collaboration, ownership, and hands‑on contribution are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performance Benchmarking

• Plan and execute performance, throughput, latency, and stress testing
• Establish and maintain performance baselines for cross-domain devices
• Identify performance risks related to data volume, protocol complexity, and system configuration
• Analyze and communicate performance results and trends

Test Automation and Quality Engineering

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test solutions for cross-domain networking and filtering systems
• Support automated functional, integration, and system-level testing
• Increase automation coverage to reduce reliance on manual testing
• Verify correct enforcement of filtering rules, data handling, and protocol behavior

Collaboration and Team Engagement

• Work closely with developers, systems engineers, and test team members in a small, collaborative environment
• Participate in design, requirement, and test reviews
• Share ideas, raise quality concerns early, and contribute to continuous improvement
• Take ownership of assigned work and support team success

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Proven track record of innovating with Python, Ansible, Java, or bash (any or all).
  • Solid understanding and experience with Network (Routing/Switching) Architecture and troubleshooting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with performance or load testing concepts (preferred)
  • Experience working with Linux-based systems (preferred)
  • Understanding of networking protocols and data flow concepts (preferred)
  • Experience working in secure, regulated, or controlled environments (preferred)
  • Experience Packet Capture and Playback automation (preferred)
• Additional Competencies/Requirements
  • Genuine enthusiasm for technology and engineering
  • Enjoyment of hands‑on work and learning new systems
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in small, tightly knit teams
  • Candidates must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance

About Owl Cyber Defense Solutions, LLC

Owl Cyber Defense Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing cybersecurity solutions company, holding a firm leadership position in network security and secure information transfer. It is a privately-owned US company with offices in Columbia, MD, Danbury, CT and Morrisville, NC. For more information, see https://www.owlcyberdefense.com .

Owl Cyber Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal employment laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.