Cyber Test Engineer — Herndon, VA
Join our clients team supporting mission-critical cyber tool testing in a hands-on, high-impact role. You'll work across classified and unclassified networks, testing sophisticated cyber capabilities using C/C++, Python, and Bash, while navigating virtual environments built on VMware, vSphere, and ESXi.
You'll dig into networking and storage systems, analyze results, review logs, and document findings using GitLab, Jira, and Confluence. You'll also collaborate closely with a small team and government client, sharing updates, insights, and recommendations that directly shape real-world cyber missions.
What you bring:
- Active TS/SCI clearance (required)
- 5+ years in cyber tool testing, with strong C/C++, Python, and Bash skills
- Experience with VMware/vSphere/ESXi, networking, and storage management
- Sharp analytical skills and clear communication, written and verbal
- A collaborative, can-do mindset and appetite for continuous improvement
Why join us:
Work alongside a supportive, growth-minded team on meaningful global missions — with great perks (free coffee, team events, ample parking) in a great Herndon location.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- 5+ years of experience in cyber tool testing
- Strong C/C++ skills
- Strong Python skills
- Strong Bash skills
- Experience with VMware, vSphere, and ESXi
- Experience with networking and storage management
- Strong analytical skills
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Collaborative mindset and continuous improvement orientation
What We Do
The Maven Group, LLC is an IT and engineering recruiting firm based in Apex, NC, that places direct-hire and contract professionals across mission-critical roles. It sources talent for Fortune 500 companies and government agencies, specializing in cybersecurity, network engineering, data science, cloud, and systems positions. Although headquartered in North Carolina, the firm's client base spans major U.S. technology centers. They recruit nationwide.
