OPTEVFOR- Cyber OT&E Exploitation Analyst

Rigid Tactical is actively seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Exploitation Analyst to join our mission-focused team as Key Personnel supporting OPTEVFOR Cyber Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E).

This is an advanced proficiency role centered on offensive cyberspace operations planning and execution. The successful candidate will utilize intelligence and technical knowledge to deconstruct complex Navy IT systems, determine system access points, and develop detailed exploitation strategies and test objectives for the supporting Red Team. Your work will directly inform cyber survivability assessments and enhance the readiness of systems supporting the warfighter.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field OR a minimum of five (5) years of experience in DoD offensive cyberspace operations planning or exploitation analysis.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to decompose complex computer systems and networking configurations to support system exploitation analysis.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (MS Visio, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills required for briefing senior leadership (O6 / GS-15 or higher).
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance.

     PREFERRED Experience & Certifications (Additional KSATs):

• Ability to perform detail-oriented work with Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) prior to delivery to the government.

• Preferred Certifications: 

• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Practical (or Master)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Security)
• GIAC Exploit Developer (GXPN)
• Certified Red Team Expert (CRTE)

Key Responsibilities

This Key Personnel role has an advanced focus on planning and executing offensive cyber operations within the DoD Cyber OT&E environment.

1. Exploitation Planning & Strategy

• Strategy Development: Serve as the SME to develop or oversee detailed exploitation plans for the OPTEVFOR Red Team, including using intelligence to deconstruct complex systems and determine access points.
• Test Objective Design: Develop cyber survivability test plans and coordinate with warfare divisions and Red Team operators to ensure test objectives are comprehensive, executable, and adequately resourced.
• Requirements Management: Identify capability gaps, review test requirements, and coordinate with DoD, academia, and industry to acquire necessary cyber capabilities and tools.

2. Test Execution Leadership

• Test Lead: Lead preparation and execution of Cyber OT&E events, including coordination with all site personnel, program office SMEs, and Red Teams.
• Deconfliction & Safety: Ensure all deconfliction requirements are met prior to test execution (following JFHQ-DODIN guidance) and verify that tests are conducted safely per OPTEVFOR policies.
• Briefing: Conduct Pre-Execution Briefs to 01D leadership and provide daily hot washes and summary reports throughout the test phase.

3. Reporting, Policy, and Process Oversight

• Final Report Generation: Lead the generation of final report products, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to OPTEVFOR procedures. This involves drafting the Data Analysis Summary and reviewing Blue/Gold Sheets from Red Team operators.
• Process Oversight: Support cyber survivability policy and process oversight to warfare divisions and maintain 01D Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and OPTEVFOR test planning documents.
• Post-Test Analysis: Participate in post-test processes (e.g., 01D Review Board, SERB) to ensure traceability between test objectives, collected data, and final deliverables.
• Training: Support the development and maintenance of Cyber Survivability Test Planning templates and instruct associated courses.

4. Required Technical Expertise

• Networking & OS Knowledge: Utilize deep knowledge of network architectures, protocols (TCP/IP), Linux/Unix concepts, and common networking devices to support system deconstruction and analysis.
• Targeting & Intelligence: Analyze and synthesize large quantities of data into high-quality, fused targeting/intelligence products, using expert knowledge of attack methods and malicious activity concepts.

This position is contingent upon award of the relevant contract or funding. Furthermore, employment is subject to the successful completion of all stages within the company's hiring pipeline.

At Rigid Tactical, we offer a role that places you at the tip of the spear in DoD Cyber OT&E. If you are an advanced Exploitation Analyst who thrives on deconstructing complex defense systems and translating technical vulnerabilities into actionable Red Team strategies, this is your opportunity to drive mission assurance. You will be a Key Personnel member, utilizing your deep technical expertise and planning skills to directly enhance the cyber survivability of the U.S. Navy warfighter.

If you possess the TS SCI eligibility and the offensive cyber acumen required to be a strategic planner in this mission-critical environment, we urge you to apply and join our tactical force.