Cyber Range Operations Engineer with Security Clearance

Command Post Technologies, Inc; Destin (FL); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Leadership training

Career professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hours

Work/Life balance

Rewards and recognition

Parental Leave

Minimal travel (<10%)

Résumé du poste

Command Post Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Cyber Range Operations Engineer to support the National Cyber Range Complex in Destin, FL.

This on-site role focuses on planning, configuration, execution, and sustainment of cyber range events and infrastructure. You will coordinate setups, deploy virtual machines, manage networks, collaborate with stakeholders and government partners, troubleshoot range issues, and maintain security and documentation across all activities, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of VMware tools, including vSphere and ESXi.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience with Windows and Linux administration and Cisco environments.
• Experience supporting cyber T&E or training events and DoD IT systems.

Responsabilités

• Support daily operations of the NCRC-Eglin cyber range and coordinate setup and sustainment.
• Configure test environments, deploy VMs, manage networks, and validate readiness.
• Collaborate with government and event stakeholders to ensure range readiness and timelines.
• Troubleshoot system and network issues during range execution.
• Document procedures, monitor resources, and assist in change management.

Connaissances

Operating systems administration

Cyber range / DoD range experience

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Outils

VMware vSphere/ESXi

Cisco environments

Python/SQL

Description du poste

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 support the planning, configuration, execution, and sustainment of cyber range events and infrastructure. Occasional travel may be required.

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

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 Affirmative 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 Affirmative 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.

What’s In It for You

* Leadership training

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