Ensure the effectiveness, resilience, and reliability of Zero Trust architecture solutions
Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, fostering collaboration and professional development
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with project goals and timelines
Develop, document, and maintain Test Plans, Test Procedures, Test Cases, and Test Inspection Reports
Coordinate and execute phased testing processes, including Qualification Testing and performance evaluations
Validate critical Zero Trust components (e.g., identity management, access control, micro-segmentation)
Troubleshoot system-level issues, classify defects, and collaborate with engineers to resolve the issues
Ensure systems align with industry standards (e.g., NIST 800-207, ISO 27001)
Maintain detailed, version-controlled documentation for audit and validation purposes
Track performance metrics and drive continuous improvement efforts
Work with architects, engineers, cybersecurity, and training teams to ensure shared understanding of requirements and risks.

Requirements

8 + years of related experience
Test Case Design
Testing Methodology
Test Plans
Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience with testing against system requirements of a Cybersecurity nature, such as those aligned with a Zero Trust Architecture
Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools and protocols, including firewalls, VPNs, TLS, and OAuth
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles such as least privilege, continuous authentication, and micro-segmentation
System and network integration testing expertise
Cybersecurity-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP)
Active Secret Clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay and paid time off
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire
GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees.
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Test Case DesignTesting MethodologyTest PlansZero Trust ArchitectureCybersecurity toolsSystem and network integration testingPerformance metrics trackingTroubleshootingDocumentation managementContinuous improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationTask assignmentMonitoring progressCommunicationProfessional developmentAlignment with project goalsUnderstanding of requirementsRisk management

Certifications

CompTIA Security+CISSPActive Secret Clearance