Applicant will apply an understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques to perform threat model and scenario creation, validation and verification (V&V) testing, analysis, and process improvement for M&S programs such as ITASE and/or TMAP for the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC).
Job duties may include:
+ Review of threat model documentation for identifying process improvement
+ Threat model and/or architecture release testing
+ Analyzing M&S performance of small to large autonomous and/or integrated scenarios, focusing on messages sent between simulation federates and comparing threat model performance to Intelligence data
+ Configuring M&S scenarios using threat model documentation and Intelligence data
+ Executing simulations with user-configured ("Constructive") threat models as well as Operator-in-the-Loop (OITL) threat models
+ Performing "batch" runs (i.e. more than one run) for scenarios by sweeping threat model parameters
+ Using Gitlab Software Configuration Management for software issue reporting and file configuration management
+ Using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documenting test reports and results, and documenting identified M&S process improvement recommendations
+ Using collaboration software such as MatterMost to clearly and effectively communicate with multiple teams between multiple labs and locations
+ Candidate selected must:
+ Efficiently manage personal tasking, make informed decisions with minimal supervision, and proactively seek out the necessary information to complete assignments
+ Work in a fast-paced lab environment onsite at MSIC, interfacing routinely with both Contractor and Government employees
+ Exercise effective technical written and oral communication with Program Management and teammates
+ Multitask well, have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and a productive team player
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits
Required SkillsRequired Experience
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in STEM field
+ Minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience in M&S field
+ U.S. Citizenship required. Active Secret clearance allowing for immediate MSIC lab access upon hiring.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance and the ability to successfully pass a CI poly within 6 months of hire date
Preferred Qualifications
+ Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph through DIA (i.e. existing clearance allowing for immediate MSIC SCIF access upon hiring)
+ In-depth knowledge of MSIC SAM threat models
+ In-depth knowledge of TMAP, JSE, and/or ITASE M&S environments
+ Knowledge of MSIC C4 threat models
+ Knowledge of MSIC M&S for Air/Land/Sea/Space domains
+ Knowledge of threat model testing techniques
+ Knowledge of Windows and Linux platforms for threat model development, execution, analysis, tool development
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.