Cyber Operational Testing Lead

Cyber Operational Testing Lead - Position Description

We have immediate hire openings for a Cyber Operational Testing Lead who wants to grow with the Company, to join our team at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, Dam Neck Activity.

ICI Services is a 100% Employee-Owned small business celebrating our 25th year delivering superior products and responsive services aligned to customers’ needs. Our employee-owners include acquisition analysts, financial analysts, engineers, configuration specialists, logisticians, technicians, IT professionals, and ship production specialists providing integral, quality support to multiple Navy organizations. We are headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA.

Security Clearance:

• Applicants must be eligible to hold an active Department of Defense (DoD) TOP SECRET personnel security clearance.

Position/Job Description:

The Cyber Operational Testing Lead supports operational and developmental test activities, with an emphasis on cyber survivability testing for Naval ship systems. This team supports U.S. Navy missions with full-spectrum cyber capabilities, including vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and specialized cyber expertise.

General Tasks will include:

• Lead and mentor a team of cyber engineers conducting assessments in support of Operational Testing (OT) and Developmental Testing (DT)
• Plan, coordinate, and execute cyber survivability testing and penetration testing activities
• Coordinate and synchronize blue team and red team operations, including test event planning, rules of engagement support, and execution oversight
• Interface with Participating Acquisition Resource Managers, system owners, and users to align test objectives, schedules, and technical approach
• Develop and deliver briefings and decision-support products for senior leaders and non-technical stakeholders
• Lead working groups and technical exchange meetings
• Document, manage, and verify Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) supporting test events, findings, and recommendations
• Track deficiencies, analyze mission and operational impact, and provide prioritized mitigation recommendations
• Identify risks, dependencies, and potential conflicts; recommend solutions and support resolution
• Summarize and explain test results in written reports and formal out-briefs

Experience Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience leading cyber teams

• Experience supporting U.S. Government or military customers

• Ability to operate with limited oversight with multiple government counterparts and interfaces while maintaining clear, professional communications

• Experience or thorough knowledge in cyber survivability or penetration testing

• Experience supporting OT/DT activities, including test planning, execution, and reporting

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to travel up to approximately 20%

Educational & Certification Requirements:

• BS in a technical discipline (e.g., Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering) and 10 years of relevant experience,

OR

• a MS with 7 years of experience

EOE/M/F/ Disability/Vet/

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Benefits

ICI Services provides a comprehensive, competitive benefits package.

Our benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Plan with Immediately Vesting Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transportation, Parking)
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Performance Recognition & Awards (Spot Bonuses)

Company Overview

ICI Services is an Employee-Owned Business with a proud history of providing Engineering & Integration, Systems Acquisition, Information Warfare, and In-Service Sustainment to our government customers. These objectives have been achieved by facilitating strong customer satisfaction and continuous growth. ICI Services’ engineers, analysts, logisticians, technicians and information technology specialists provide integral, quality support to multiple US Navy organizations and the Department of Homeland Security. We are headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

VEVRAA Federal Contractor