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Cybersecurity Test Engineer

Gridiron IT
Rome, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 1/5/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cybersecurity Test Engineer position at Gridiron IT?

Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Mid


Location: Rome, NY - AFRL

Work Type: Onsite

Remote Work: No

Job Description

Collaborate with a team of creative problem solvers to test and evaluate systems through a Whitebox adversarial approach for the DoD in support of our Air Force clients. Work with systems that are assessed based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Focus on the filtering capabilities and data flows, including low levels, within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls. Build capabilities by learning from others' expertise within our diversely skilled team.


Qualifications:

  • Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, and Bash, and automating basic tasks
  • Experience with networking concepts
  • Experience with virtualization
  • Secret clearance
  • HS diploma or GED and 5 years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology, or Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology
  • Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Compliant Security CE Certification within 120 days of start date


Additional Qualifications

  • Experience analyzing and executing test plans and procedures
  • Experience developing or analyzing technical documentation
  • Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation
  • Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls
  • Knowledge of cyber threats and how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them
  • Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Master's degree
  • OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification


Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Secret clearance is required.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)


Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs.


Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.


Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

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