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Rigid Tactical is actively seeking an Exploitation Analyst to join our mission-focused team as Key Personnel on critical defense contracts supporting OPTEVFOR Cyber OT&E . This is an advanced proficiency role centered on offensive cyberspace operations planning and execution. The successful candidate will function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), utilizing intelligence and technical knowledge to deconstruct complex Navy IT systems, determine system access points, and develop detailed exploitation strategies and test objectives for the supporting Red Team. Your work will directly inform cyber survivability assessments, enhance the readiness of systems supporting the warfighter.

This position is contingent upon award of the relevant contract or funding. Furthermore, employment is subject to the successful completion of all stages within the company's hiring pipeline, which includes, but is not limited to, background checks, drug screenings (if applicable), and verification of credentials.

Qualifications and Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related technical field OR minimum 5 years’ experience in DOD defensive or offensive cyberspace operations planning or exploitation analysis.

+ Proficiency in decomposing complex computer systems/networking configurations in support of system exploitation analysis

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (MS Visio, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

+ Excellent written and oral communications skills to support briefing senior leadership ( O6- GS-15 or higher).

+ Active TS SCI

Additional KSATs (Preferred)

+ Ability to perform detail-oriented work with QA/ QC prior to delivery to the government.

+ Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

+ GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)

+ Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Practical (or Master)

+ Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Security)

+ GIAC Exploit Developer (GXPN)

+ Certified Red Team Expert (CRTE)

Key Responsibilities:

The Exploitation Analyst role is a Key Personnel position with an advanced focus on planning and executing offensive cyber operations within the DoD Cyber OT&E (Operational Test & Evaluation) environment.

Advanced Cyber Test Planning & Strategy

+ Exploitation Strategy Development: Serve as the Subject Matter Expert / SME to develop or oversee detailed plans for the OPTEVFOR Red Team This includes using intelligence sources to deconstruct complex systems, determine access points, and create comprehensive exploitation strategies for test execution.

+ Test Objective Design: Develop cyber survivability test plans and coordinate with warfare divisions and Red Team operators to ensure test objectives are technically comprehensive, executable, and adequately resourced.

+ Requirements Management: Identify capability gaps, review test requirements, and research and coordinate with DoD , academia, and industry to acquire the necessary cyber capabilities and tools.

Operational Execution Leadership

+ Test Lead: Lead preparation and execution of Cyber OT&E events, including coordinating with all site personnel, program office SMEs , and Red Teams

+ Deconfliction & Safety: Ensure all deconfliction requirements are met prior to test execution (following JFHQ-DODIN guidance) and verify that tests are conducted safely and per OPTEVFOR policies.

+ Briefing: Conduct Pre-Execution Briefs to 01D leadership and provide daily hot washes and summary reports during the test phase.

Policy, Reporting, and Oversight

+ Final Report Generation: Lead generation of final report products, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to OPTEVFOR procedures. This involves drafting the Data Analysis Summary and reviewing Blue/Gold Sheets from Red Team operators.

+ Process Oversight: Serve as an OPTEVFOR 01D Exploitation Analyst supporting cyber survivability policy and process oversight to warfare divisions and maintaining 01D SOPs and OPTEVFOR test planning documents.

+ Post-Test Analysis: Participate in post-test processes 01D Review Board, SERB , etc to ensure traceability between test objectives, collected data, and final deliverables.

+ Training and Sustainment: Support the development and maintenance of Cyber Survivability Test Planning templates and instruct the associated courses.

Required Technical Expertise

+ Networking & OS Knowledge: Utilize deep knowledge of network architectures, protocols TCP/IP - Linux/Unix concepts, and common networking devices to support system deconstruction and analysis.

+ Targeting & Intelligence: Analyze and synthesize large quantities of data into high-quality, fused targeting/intelligence products, using knowledge of attack methods and malicious activity concepts.

At Rigid Tactical, we offer a role that places you at the tip of the spear in DoD Cyber OT&E . If you are an advanced Exploitation Analyst who thrives on deconstructing complex defense systems and translating technical vulnerabilities into actionable Red Team strategies, this is your opportunity to drive mission assurance. You will be a Key Personnel member, utilizing your deep technical expertise and planning skills to directly enhance the cyber survivability of the U.S. Navy warfighter.

If you possess the TS SCI eligibility and the offensive cyber acumen required to be a strategic planner in this mission-critical environment, we urge you to apply and join our tactical force.