Senior Cybersecurity Test Engineer

Job Summary

Battelle’s Critical Infrastructure Business Line group is seeking a Cybersecurity Test Engineer to support the research, development, test, and evaluation of security systems and technologies for the Department of Homeland Security. This is a full-time, on-site position based at Battelle’s Crystal City Operations in Arlington, Virginia. 

Primary responsibilities include supporting test engineers in federal acquisition-based test planning, test execution, data collection and reduction, data analysis, vulnerability assessment, security control validation, cyber test and evaluation, and technical report writing. Applicable technical areas include non-intrusive inspection and associated scientific and engineering disciplines, physical security technology, command and control integration, human factors, operations research, statistics, operational technology, industrial control systems, embedded systems, laboratory systems, and other specialized mission-support technologies.

Additional responsibilities include supporting engineering design reviews, participating in Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities, engaging directly with vendors and stakeholders, and supporting technology maturation throughout the developmental lifecycle. The candidate should possess a strong background in Test and Evaluation, cybersecurity assessment, technical analysis, and quality-focused delivery, with an understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. The candidate may also participate in technical conferences, support technical proposal development, and contribute to white papers or other research products that identify opportunities for future technology development, cybersecurity enhancement, or operational improvement.

Work is performed in both laboratory and field settings. The candidate is expected to interact directly with the client on a regular basis and should have strong oral and written communication skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, information technology, data science, physical sciences, mathematics, or a related technical discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of technical work experience (or 2 years with a Master's degree or higher).


• Experience supporting cybersecurity, risk assessment, test and evaluation, vulnerability assessment, security control validation, system assessment, systems engineering, operational technology assessment, or other related technical evaluation activities.


• Experience using technical tools to support cybersecurity assessments, test execution, data collection and analysis, vulnerability review, configuration validation, packet capture, and technical reporting.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document technical observations, analyze test results, and develop and present clear technical reports for government, engineering, and stakeholder audiences.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, and support work in both laboratory and field settings.


• Ability to travel up to 25% annually.


• Must be a sole U.S. Citizen with the eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Security Clearance and TSA Security Suitability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance or higher and TSA Security Suitability.


• Experience in the test and evaluation of Transportation Security Equipment (TSE), security screening technologies, non-intrusive inspection systems, detection systems, or other DHS mission-support technologies.


• Defense Acquisition University (DAU) T&E Level I, II, and/or III certification (or equivalent).


• Experience assessing cybersecurity risks in operational technology, industrial control systems, embedded systems, scientific systems, laboratory systems, command and control systems, or other specialized non-traditional IT environments.


• Experience applying statistics or data analysis to analyze and report test results.


• Experience designing, implementing, or supporting data collection hardware, instrumentation, sensors, logging methods, or other data collection techniques.

Salary Range and Compensation

• Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $127,000 to $181,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

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