8-14 years of experience in offensive cyber operations or computer network operations as an interactive operator.
Ability to conduct capability gap analysis and translate operational needs into functional requirements.
Experience in developing training materials and guiding teams on tool adoption.
Familiarity with test range environments and cyber capability operationalization.
Responsibilities
Evaluate offensive cyber operations processes and tools against operational plans.
Collaborate with planning teams and tactical units to ensure alignment with mission goals.
Conduct analyses to identify capability gaps and suggest innovative solutions.
Develop and prototype new tools and techniques to close operational gaps.
Support the implementation of solutions within testing environments or operational systems.
Contribute to best practices for tool integration within cyber operations frameworks.
Train and mentor teams on the effective use of cyber tools and tactics.
Benefits
24 Days PTO plus 13 Federal holidays
401(k) contributions up to 10%
Continuing education reimbursement of up to $5,000
Annual performance bonuses up to $15,000
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
Full Job Description
Offensive Cyber Operations Expert - Level 4
JOB DESCRIPTION
X8 is seeking a highly experienced interactive operator (Windows, UNIX, network or embedded systems) to support the evaluation, planning, and integration of offensive cyber operations (OCO) capabilities. This position will play a key role in assessing OCO processes, tools, and policies against mission plans and operational lines of effort (LOEs), while working closely with planning teams and tactical units to ensure mission alignment. The Cyber Operations Expert will help shape capability development by identifying operational gaps, designing and prototyping new tools or tactics, and integrating solutions into operations. This position is located in Columbia, MD.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Evaluate OCO processes, policies, and tools in the context of operational plans and strategic lines of effort.
Participate in Operational Planning Teams (OPTs), collaborate with planners at Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQs), and interface with tactical-level planners to align with mission goals.
Conduct capability gap analyses and propose solutions aligned with USCYBERCOM's Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture (JCWA).
Develop and prototype tools, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), or process capabilities to close identified gaps.
Work with government and contract engineers to prepare solutions for implementation in operational systems or test ranges.
Support tool integration and the development of best practices to enable new capabilities within the JCWA framework.
Train and mentor operational teams to support adoption and effective use of new tools and techniques.
WHAT REQUIRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING
8-14 years of experience supporting offensive cyber operations (OCO) or computer network operations (CNO) as an interactive operator. (Windows, UNIX, network or embedded systems)
Proven ability to conduct capability gap analysis and translate mission needs into functional requirements.
Background in developing training materials and guiding operational teams through tool adoption and integration.
Understanding of test range environments and the operationalization of cyber capabilities.
WHAT PREFERRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING
Familiarity with developing and prototyping cyber tools or processes.
Familiarity with USCYBERCOM's Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture (JCWA) and Joint Cyber Weapons (JCW) Common Services.
Experience transitioning proof-of-concept tools into operational capabilities.
Experience working in joint and interagency environments.
Experience with off-net operations and/or expeditionary cyber units
MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Active TS/SCI CI Poly
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $185,000 + (depending on experience and education)
Time Off: 24 Days PTO and 13 Federal holidays
401K: up to 10% 401(k) contribution
Up to $5,000 continuing education reimbursement
Up to $15,000 in performance bonus, on an annual basis,
Benefits: 100% medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance
