Mission Test Manager

$126,000 - $141,000/Yr

On Assignment - Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Mission Test Manager at ECS Federal, LLC is responsible for overseeing the testing frameworks and support for mission software teams at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This role ensures that all software undergoes thorough vetting for performance, security, and compliance prior to live deployment. The Mission Test Manager will collaborate closely with the Platform Test Manager to implement best practices and enhance testing methodologies across various environments and security domains.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain testing frameworks and procedures for mission software teams, including performance, security, and compliance testing.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and address testing gaps and improve testing efficiency.
• Conduct testing and validation of mission software to ensure compliance with relevant standards and certifications, such as NIST, DOD, and FedRAMP.
• Work directly with the Platform Test Manager to ensure consistency and best practices across testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Provide guidance and support to mission software teams on testing methodologies and tools, including Agile and DevOps.
• Identify and recommend improvements to the testing process and frameworks to ensure that the platform meets the latest security and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with external partners and vendors to ensure that testing requirements are met in any third-party products or services used by the platform.
• Stay up to date with the latest testing trends and technologies, and recommend improvements to the platform's testing posture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on mission software testing.
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies and frameworks, including Agile and DevOps.
• Experience with security standards and compliance frameworks, such as NIST, DOD, and FedRAMP.
• Familiarity with cloud security and zero-trust architectures.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and tools.
• Secret Security Clearance required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements