Systems Test Engineer
Overview Job Title: Systems Test Engineer Job Location: Ft Meade, MD Position Type: Full-time Clearance Level: Secret Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world. The Test Engineer will support mission-critical cyber sensing platforms that operate as part of a real-time network data and telemetry pipeline. Testing requires hands-on experience validating network-level data, detection logic, and high-throughput sensing systems in security-constrained environments. This role supports development, modernization, and integration of sensing technologies including Open Sensor Platform (OSP), Full Packet Capture (FPCAP), Automated Security Validation (ASV), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and emerging cyber sensors. Job Description Perform hands-on integration, regression, performance, and verification & validation (V&V) testing across distributed sensing platforms. Validate network- and protocol-level data, including packet captures, flows, telemetry, and metadata generation. Test and validate detection logic, including analysis of false positives, false negatives, and sensor outputs. Execute high-volume data replay, load, stress, and throughput testing to assess sensor performance and stability. Validate end-to-end data pipelines across collection, analytics, storage, and reporting components. Conduct testing in Linux-based, distributed, and security-constrained lab, cloud, and operational environments. Document test results, defects, impacts, and recommended corrective actions. Collaborate closely with systems engineers, developers, and cybersecurity engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Support Government test activities, including IV&V, operational testing, and test readiness events as required. Minimum Requirements Active DoD Secret clearance. 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, network, or systems testing. DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM I certification required (Security, CySA, CISM, CASP, CISSP or equivalent). Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, protocols, packet flows). Exposure to tools such as Wireshark, Zeek, Splunk, ACAS, Nessus, or similar. Experience testing in Linux-based or distributed environments. Ability to clearly document complex test scenarios and results. Desired Experience/Certifications Direct experience testing network sensors, packet-based systems, or cyber telemetry platforms. Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and automated regression testing. Familiarity with DoD cyber systems, RMF validation, or operational cyber defense environments. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. More Information MON At Foxhole Technology, we are committed to pay transparency as required by law, for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors as permitted by law. Foxhole Technology offers a competitive benefits package for our employees and their dependents, including health, dental, and vision care, paid leave, retirement plans (401K, Roth, and ESOP), life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and education and training assistance. Requirements of position: Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions. Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others. Must be able to see, have eye/hand coordination, and lift up to 10 lbs. May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise. Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.
