Agile Defense
Tech / AI / Software
OperationalTestAnalyst
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“Operational Test Analyst at Agile Defense. Skills: Operational Test Analyst, testing for cyber systems, build test criteria, communicate results, drafting test scenarios and scripts, evaluate system performance. plan, execute, and report on testing for cyber systems. build test criteria”
Industry & Context.
Analytical; analyze complex technical documentation to identify key information, define risks, and develop testable requirements
Sedentary
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of or an Associate’s degree with at least 6 years of or at least 60 semester hours of formal education working towards a Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of or 8 years of experience, At least 1 certification in area of specialization, Excellent Communication: written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, Proactive & Independent, Collaborative Mindset, Analytical
Nice to Have
Experience with system-of-systems test methodologies, mission thread analysis, evaluation support within an Agile or DevSecOps framework, Familiarity with DoD Architecture Frameworks (DoDAF), the Net-Ready Key Performance Parameter (NR-KPP), associated interoperability standards
What You'll Do.
and report on testing for cyber systems
engage with project stakeholders
communicate results through well-organized test plans
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)
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
Attend technical conferences to engage 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
Assist in preparing and developing key project presentations
including Test Concept Briefs (TCB) and Operational Test Readiness Reviews (OTRR)
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with stakeholders and team members; collaborative team sessions; Participate actively in technical meetings and working groups; working effectively alongside government and contractor personnel; collaborative brainstorming; providing constructive feedback
Communication Scope
Excellent Communication: written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences; communicate results through well-organized test plans, reports, and presentations; communicate the team's mission
Process & Methodology
tracking action items
Full Job Description
## Description About Agile Defense At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests. ## Job Description We 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, engaging with project stakeholders, and helping 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 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 identif
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