Junior Sustainment Cyber Security Test Engineer

Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a motivated entry‑level Junior Sustainment Cyber Security Test Engineer to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The MSEIT effort provides leading‑edge Systems Engineering & Integration for the United States Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC).

• Location:
  
  On‑site
• Travel Requirements:
  Minimal
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or similar technical discipline from an accredited university
• Possesses an understanding of fundamentals of various Operating Systems
• Ability to troubleshoot problems involving complex systems
• Within 6‑months of hire, meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoDD 8140 and DoDD 8570.01‑M for Information Assurance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Motivated, self‑starter capable of autonomous on‑the‑job learning/improvement with limited guidance

• International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) Certification (e.g., ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification
• Understand fundamental concepts of software design and implementation
• Ability to undertake new challenges with limited guidance
• Knowledge of DoD mission system sustainment
• Active SECRET clearance or higher

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $71,000/year to $90,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi‑annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee‑owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high‑demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees in over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

MTSI embraces nine core values and is committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.