Advanced M&S V&V Analyst (MSIC)

**This is a casual position**

Applicant will apply an extensive and comprehensive understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques to perform threat model and scenario 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). This includes:

• Software V&V testing and analysis for critical, high-priority tasking, which may include:
• 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 complex 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 MatterMost collaboration software 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 .

Required Experience

• Bachelors' degree (or higher) in a STEM field
• Minimum of 15 years related experience in MSIC M&S
• High-level MSIC threat modeling expertise
• U.S. Citizenship required; Active TS/SCI with CI Poly through DIA (i.e. existing clearance allowing for immediate MSIC SCIF access upon hiring)

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth experience in ITASE and TMAP as a threat model developer and/or analyst
• Detailed knowledge of MSIC SAM and C4 threat modeling
• Detailed knowledge of MSIC M&S for Air/Land/Sea/Space domains
• Detailed knowledge of threat model V&V testing techniques
• General knowledge of additional MSIC M&S programs such as OMEGA is a plus

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.