Cyber Range Engineer

SimSpace Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Unlimited vacation

Wellness programs

Equity options

Job summary

SimSpace Corporation in the United States is seeking a Cyber Range Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based cyber ranges that emulate enterprise environments across multiple clouds.

You will build automation, ensure isolation and security, and partner with researchers and trainers to deliver realistic simulations. Occasional travel and a strong focus on documentation and customer interaction are expected.

Qualifications

• Expertise in networking, virtualization, and cloud-based training environments.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Puppet, Ansible a plus).
• Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and VM deployment.
• Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and security in isolated environments.
• Strong documentation and technical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud-based cyber ranges with multi-cloud support.
• Develop automation frameworks for rapid deployment and teardown using IaC.
• Create emulated cloud services when direct cloud integration is not feasible.
• Maintain security controls and network isolation to prevent range escape.
• Provide guidance and documentation for SimSpace software.
• Develop and maintain range architecture docs and troubleshooting guides.
• Occasional travel to customer or partner locations (up to 10%).

Skills

Cloud architectures

Infrastructure as Code

Networking

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware NSX-T

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Security concepts

Documentation

Customer interaction

English communication

Tools

Docker

Puppet

Ansible

Git

CI/CD

VMware NSX-T

Job description

SimSpace serves as an AI Proving Ground where organizations can confidently train, test, and outmaneuver adversaries in any environment. Trusted by allied governments, militaries, enterprises, and research institutions worldwide, SimSpace enables adaptive, AI-ready defenses that stay ahead of evolving threats. Founded in 2015 by experts from U.S. Cyber Command and MIT Lincoln Laboratory, the platform unifies training, testing, and validation in a realistic, live-fire simulation—helping teams evaluate security investments, optimize performance, and compress cyber readiness cycles from months to days.

Why join SimSpace? We are an organization that is focused on building our culture and mindfully enhancing our atmosphere every day which is why we have collaborated on an integral value system. Our governing philosophy of being Human Centered is deeply embedded within our value system. We apply this philosophy to every one of our internal team members, external clients, and their customers.

How Do We Work? We believe that people are at the center of everything we do. SimSpace fosters a culture of continuous learning, curiosity, and professional growth. That belief shows up in action: in-house training, internal and external learning platforms, cyber conferences, industry events, and dedicated time for skill development. Our people are empowered to shape their careers - and it shows. Year over year, SimSpace consistently outperforms industry benchmarks in internal mobility, promotions, and total rewards growth.

Who Thrives Here? We are a team of innovators, protectors, and problem-solvers. We believe diversity of thought and experience fuels better solutions, and we’re committed to building teams that reflect the communities we serve. Whether you’re remote or office-based, you’ll collaborate with talented colleagues across departments and time zones, united by the mission to create a safer digital world.

We are looking for: A Cyber Range Engineer who will architect, deploy, and maintain cloud-based cyber ranges and training environments. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, realistic training infrastructure that emulates enterprise environments across multiple cloud platforms. Working alongside security researchers and training specialists, you'll create the technical foundation that enables high-fidelity security simulations and exercises. As a Cyber Range Engineer, you will ensure our ranges provide authentic cloud experiences while maintaining isolation, monitoring capabilities, and resource efficiency.

What will you be doing as a Cyber Range Engineer?

• Design, implement and maintain local and cloud-based cyber range architectures that support multiple concurrent training scenarios and user sessions
• Develop automation frameworks for rapid deployment, teardown, and reset of range environments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles
• Create emulated cloud services and resources when direct cloud integration isn't feasible or cost-effective
• Maintain security controls and network isolation to prevent range escape or resource abuse
• Be an expert on SimSpace software providing guidance and documentation for many different use cases
• Develop and maintain documentation for range architectures, deployment procedures, and troubleshooting guides
• Occasional travel to other customer or partner locations (estimated 10%) may be required in the future

What are the qualifications to apply? To be successful as a Cyber Range Engineer, you need to have:

• Expertise in networking knowledge including:
  • Virtual networking architecture and segmentation subnets, routing)
  • Network security and access control (firewalls, security groups, NACLs)
  • Secure connectivity solutions (VPN and direct connectivity solutions)
  • Network engineering certification a plus
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code tools, including Puppet and Ansible a plus
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and virtual machine deployment
• Experience with cloud and cloud-based technologies
• Familiarity with VMware, NSX-T a plus
• Familiarity with enterprise IT architectures and common business applications
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex infrastructure issues
• Exemplary documentation and technical communication abilities
• Strong customer interaction skills
• Knowledge of security concepts and best practices for isolated environments
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

We’re proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your well-being, growth, and success:

• Compensation. Base salary range: $80,000 – $115,000, reflecting our confidence in your expertise and impact, with the opportunity for annual bonuses tied to company performance and individual contributions.
• Health & Wellness. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus savings plans—coverage starts on day one!
• Mental Health Support. Access to company-paid counseling, coaching, and resources for you and your family through Spring Health.
• Financial Well-Being. Plan for your future with a 401(k)-retirement savings plan featuring a company match.
• Flexible Time Off. Take the time you need with unlimited vacation and dedicated health & wellness days. SimSpace provides flexible solutions to meet the diverse work-life needs of team members.
• Parental Leave. Paid leave plans to support you and your loved ones during life’s most important moments.
• Ownership Opportunities: Equity stock options at hire, with annual performance-based grants—become an invested stakeholder in our shared success.
• Referral Rewards: Earn $1,500–$3,500 for every qualified hire through our employee referral program.
• Peloton Interactive Wellness Program: Full- and partial- subsidized membership plans and equipment discounts to help you reach your personalized fitness goals.
• Continuous Learning: Access a LinkedIn Learning membership to prioritize your personal and professional development.
• Social Connections: Monthly reimbursements for meaningful connections with teammates through our SocialSpace Community.
• Extra Perks: Legal plan coverage, pet insurance, wellness reimbursements, and more to simplify life’s details.

SimSpace is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

SimSpace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs if they meet all of the qualifications. However, no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. SimSpace encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. We look forward to your application!

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in accordance with applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail].

SimSpace does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

Actual compensation for the position is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to affordability, skills, qualifications and experience, and may vary from the range.