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Cyber Range Operations Engineer with Security Clearance

Command Post Technologies, Inc.Destin, FL🇺🇸United States

Why this role stands out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a critical national security environment, developing specialized skills in cyber range operations and complex system management. You'll thrive if you possess a strong technical background, enjoy collaborative problem-solving, and are eager to contribute to impactful cybersecurity initiatives. Apply today to join a leading team and make a significant contribution.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeEmployee
Work modeHybrid
LocationDestin, FL, United States
SQLPythonVMwareLinuxNetwork Administration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting daily operations of the NCRC-Eglin cyber range by coordinating and executing the setup, configuration, and sustainment of event systems and infrastructure
  • Leading or assisting in configuring test environments, deploying virtual machines, managing network connections, and validating system readiness
  • Collaborating with event stakeholders, participants, and the Government to ensure proper range setup, system access, and event timeline adherence
  • Troubleshooting and resolving system, network, and connectivity issues during range execution
  • Applying risk mitigation practices, tracking issues, and supporting after-action reviews and range reset activities
  • Contributing to the development and improvement of range SOPs, technical documentation, and planning tools
  • Monitoring system and resource utilization during events to ensure range stability and performance
  • Maintaining configuration control and assisting in change management activities
  • Ensuring all technical activities comply with cybersecurity requirements, physical and personnel security controls, and documentation standards Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Working knowledge of VMware tools, including vSphere and ESXi
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Experience in Operating System Administration, including Windows, Linux, and Cisco environments
  • Experience providing support for planning, coordination, configuration, and execution of cyber T&E or training events
  • Familiarity with DoD IT systems, test support systems, and/or range infrastructure in classified and unclassified environments
  • Ability to independently apply technical knowledge across a variety of tasks related to test planning, execution, and range support
  • Strong technical writing skills to support preparation of event documentation, status updates, and procedures
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments
  • Must be able to lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance

Desired Skills

  • Prior experience working on a DoD cyber range or in a T&E/training environment
  • Familiarity with system configuration and operation of switches, routers, firewalls, and VPN technologies
  • Ability to apply STIGs and maintain security posture across systems and networks
  • Familiarity with virtualized enclave segmentation and NetApp storage systems
  • CCNA, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent technical certification
  • Experience using Python and SQL
  • VMware Certified Professional or Microsoft Certified Solutions certification a plus
  • Prior military or DoD contractor experience strongly desired
Travel Requirements
  • Minimal Travel (less than 10%)

About Us: We are Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT). CPT is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), providing engineering services in the areas of Cyber Security, Software Development, Test & Evaluation, and Strategic Planning. CPT employees appreciate working in a caring environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. As individuals, we come together as a team, supporting a culture rooted in our core principles of integrity, determination, and innovation. In all CPT’s collaboration efforts, our team prioritizes communication, accountability, and being resourceful to maximize efficiency and results. What’s In It for You

  • Leadership training
  • Career professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible hours
  • Work/Life balance
  • Rewards and recognition
  • Parental Leave

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