The mission of the Lone Wolf program is to support, operate, and maintain the Distributed Continuity Integrated Network - Top Secret Enterprise Services (DCIN-TS ES) which is a DoD-provided, TS/SCI, integrated voice, video, and data, global communications network that facilitates collaboration among senior leaders and key staff. The Lone Wolf program boasts a professional workforce comprised of specialists throughout the Information Technology lifecycle and who contribute to a positive work environment. The Lone Wolf Team is Mission Focused, Customer Oriented, Process Guided, and Solutions Driven. Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes. The Team is expected to grow and is looking for people who can apply disciplined processes and provide imaginative solutions that enable the adoption of innovation and emerging technologies that create opportunities for transformative change. **Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities of the Lead Integration and Testing Engineer include, but are not limited to, the following: + Supervise the testing of all software and hardware on the network, including new features, enhancements, and fixes for bugs and defects. + Manage a team of HW and SW engineers to evaluate, recommend, and implement automated test tools and strategies. + Design, implement, and conduct test and evaluation procedures to ensure system requirements are met. + Work with hardware vendors to determine the next generation of devices before they reach end of life. + Configure and test STIGs for functionality on IT systems. + Write, implement, and report status of test cases to program government leads. + Track test execution milestones and report on issues and risks having the potential to affect project timelines. + Serve as subject matter expert providing testing expertise for support of user requirements of complex to highly complex hardware applications. + Develop, release, and maintain test procedures. + Demonstrate creativity and foresight by identifying, preparing, and presenting detailed technical reports and briefings on new concepts and technical directions impacting programs/projects, and defining future technology requirements. + Collaborate with software test engineers and other stakeholders to address any and all compatibility concerns + Collaborate with other engineers in the planning, design, development, and testing of new technologies. + Evaluate alternative courses of action and make recommendations based on sound research. + Work with product owners to understand desired application capabilities and testing scenarios. \#javelin **Requirements:** + Solid understanding of Microsoft Windows 2019 Server, Microsoft Windows 10 and 11, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, Active Directory, Microsoft Office 2019, KMS, DNS, WSUS, group policies, PKI, SharePoint, MECM, and deploying workstation images + Experience in testing software in a DoD or Intelligence Community environment + Experience with configuration management and software release cycles + Proficiency in testing methodologies, tools, and processes. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skill + Ability to adapt to changing technology + Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint. + Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills. + Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. **Clearance Required:** + Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or eligible for SCI **Minimum Education:** + High School Diploma **Minimum Years of Experience:** + At least 10 years of relevant experience **Required Certifications:** + DoD 8140 IAT BaseIine Certification: Security+ CE certification or equivalent + One of the following Windows Certifications: (MD-102) Microsoft 365 Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate; (SC-900) Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals; (SC-200) Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate; (SC-400) Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate. **Preferred:** + Familiarity with VMware virtualization, Commvault data backups/restores, Trellix antivirus software, Kiwi Syslog Server, ACAS, Splunk, RHEL, Citrix, + Dell Wyse Management Suite, and thin or zero clients