Hybrid Cyber Exercise Strategist (Mid)

General Dynamics Information Technology; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring a Cyber Exercise Planner (Mid) to support DHS cyber exercise planning, execution, and analysis across federal, state, private sector, and international partners. The role develops realistic cyber scenarios and facilitates planning activities with senior planners and technical teams.

You will draft SitMans, ExPlans, and AARs, evaluate outcomes, and produce actionable improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in exercise planning, cybersecurity operations, emergency management, or related analytical or technical fields.
• Demonstrated experience with Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) methodology.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, incident response processes, and organizational preparedness activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for planning documents and reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute cyber exercises in alignment with DHS HSEEP principles.
• Lead or support development of exercise materials, including scenarios and evaluation tools.
• Facilitate planning meetings, technical discussions, and requirement-gathering sessions with stakeholders.
• Draft key exercise life-cycle documentation including SitMans, ExPlans, and AARs.
• Conduct analysis of exercise outcomes and contribute to improvement plans.
• Research cybersecurity trends to inform scenario development and objectives.

Skills

Client Management

HSEEP

Microsoft Office

Planning Ability

Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, IT, political science, emergency management, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring a Cyber Exercise Planner (Mid) to support DHS cyber exercise planning, execution, and analysis across federal, state, private sector, and international partners. The role develops realistic cyber scenarios and facilitates planning activities with senior planners and technical teams.

You will draft SitMans, ExPlans, and AARs, evaluate outcomes, and produce actionable improvements.