Cyber Range Operations Engineer

Command Post Technologies, Inc

Destin (FL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Leadership training

Career professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hours

Work/Life balance

Rewards and recognition

Parental Leave

Job summary

Command Post Technologies, Inc. seeks an experienced Cyber Range Operations Engineer to support the National Cyber Range Complex (NCRC) in Destin, FL.

This on-site role blends technical execution with stakeholder collaboration and requires occasional travel. The engineer will configure, deploy, and sustain event systems, coordinate VMs, manage network connections, and validate readiness while ensuring security controls and documentation standards are met.

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a engineering field and 5–9 years of work experience.
Active Top-Secret clearance is required.
Experience supporting planning, coordination, configuration, and execution of cyber T&E or training events.
Familiarity with DoD IT systems, test support systems, and range infrastructure in classified/unclassified environments.
Ability to independently apply technical knowledge across test planning, execution, and range support.
Strong technical writing for event documentation, status updates, and procedures.
Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.
Must be able to lift/move equipment up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Support daily operations of the NCRC-Eglin cyber range by coordinating setup and sustainment of event systems.
Lead or assist in configuring test environments, deploying VMs, managing network connections, and validating readiness.
Collaborate with stakeholders and Government to ensure range setup, access, and timelines.
Troubleshoot system, network, and connectivity issues during range execution.
Apply risk mitigation, track issues, and support after-action reviews and range resets.
Contribute to SOPs, documentation, and planning tools for range operations.
Monitor system and resource utilization to maintain range stability.
Maintain configuration control and assist change management processes.
Ensure activities comply with cybersecurity requirements and security controls.

Skills

VMware vSphere/ESXi

Network configuration

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Collaboration

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

vSphere

ESXi

Kali Linux

pfSense

Security Onion

NetApp storage

Job description

Command Post Technologies (CPT) is seeking an experienced and driven

Command Post Technologies (CPT) is seeking an experienced and driven Cyber Range Operations Engineer to join our team supporting the National Cyber Range Complex (NCRC) in Destin, FL. This is a dynamic, on-site position requiring a strong balance of technical expertise and collaboration skills to align event designs with stakeholder objectives. Occasional travel may be required.

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, track issues, and support 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

This job requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Cyber Security Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or other Engineering degree and 5 to 9 years of work‑related experience
Active Top‑Secret clearance
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
Working knowledge of VMware tools including vSphere and ESXi
Ability to apply STIGs and maintain security posture across systems and networks
Familiarity with virtualized enclave segmentation, NetApp storage systems, and endpoint tools such as Kali Linux, pfSense, and Security Onion
Strong troubleshooting and system maintenance skills in both Windows and Linux environments
CCNA, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent technical certification
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.

Command Post Technologies, Inc. (CPT) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2008 and headquartered in Suffolk, VA with personnel in various states including Virginia, Maryland, Florida, and Texas. With 2/3 of our staff being former military, CPT firmly believes in employing veterans. Command Post Technologies, Inc. is a unique provider of innovative solutions that enhance our corporate clients’ productivity and empower our government clients with the ability to protect against all enemies: foreign and domestic. CPT adapts its successful military experiential approach to the needs of leaders in a global business environment and provides an elite leadership curriculum that results in a world‑class, leadership‑altering event.

Command Post Technologies Inc. (CPT) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi mative Action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identify, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. We take Affi mative Action to ensure equal opportunities for employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

We abide by the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision and will refrain from discharging or otherwise discriminating against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants. An exception exists where the employee or applicant makes the disclosure based on information obtained while performing his or her essential job functions.

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