Requisition #: 1817
Job Title: JCWA Operational Test Analyst
Location: On-Site, Fort Huachuca, AZ
Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start
Required Certification(s): Sec+, Cyber-related certs (ex. CySA) , Agile frameworks certs (ex. SCRUM)
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a proactive Operational Test Analyst to help plan, execute, and report on testing for cyber systems within a highly dynamic team. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with technical guidelines to build test criteria, engage with project stakeholders, and help communicate results through well-organized test plans, reports, and presentations.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to support and refine the evaluation framework for cyber systems.
- Draft and update Critical Operational Issues (COIs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), and Measures of Performance (MOPs) as part of collaborative team sessions.
- Work alongside senior analysts to translate project objectives into concrete, testable requirements and Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
- Participate actively in technical meetings and working groups, capturing detailed discussions and tracking action items for the team.
- Attend technical conferences to engage information with stakeholders, communicate the team's mission, and build professional networks.
- Contribute to the development and execution of Operational Test Plans, drafting test scenarios and scripts to evaluate system performance.
- Gather data and conduct analysis to evaluate system performance against mission needs and help report on the findings.
- Review system documentation (such as CONOPS and architecture) to help identify testable requirements, risks, and performance gaps.
- Assist in preparing and developing key project presentations, including Test Concept Briefs (TCB) and Operational Test Readiness Reviews (OTRR).
Education, Background & Years of ExperienceRequires a Master's degree; or a Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience; or an Associate's degree and at least 8 years of experience. One year of experience can be substituted by 15 semester hours completed towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree. Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization be substituted for experience but varies by certification. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties.
Required Skills- Excellent Communication: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
- Proactive & Independent: Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal direction, taking the initiative to define tasks and drive progress within an ambiguous and evolving operational environment.
- Collaborative Mindset: A strong team-oriented approach with experience in collaborative brainstorming, providing constructive feedback, and working effectively alongside government and contractor personnel.
- Analytical: The ability to expertly analyze complex technical documentation to identify key information, define risks, and develop testable requirements.
Preferred Skills- Experience with system-of-systems test methodologies, mission thread analysis, or evaluation support within an Agile or DevSecOps framework.
- Familiarity with DoD Architecture Frameworks (DoDAF), the Net-Ready Key Performance Parameter (NR-KPP), and associated interoperability standards.
Working ConditionsSedentary conditions, full time onsite.
