Operations Manager –II (Deputy Program Manager)

IDS International; Edinburgh (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IDS International is seeking an Operations Manager located at Camp Atterbury in Edinburgh, IN. The role involves leading day-to-day MACCTTE operations, managing complex training and testing events, and ensuring compliance with contract objectives. The ideal candidate should have over ten years of experience in program management within the DoD and maintain TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include managing budgets, staffing, and performance metrics. This position offers the opportunity to represent the program to senior DoD and National Guard stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to maintain it.
• Ten or more years of program or operations management experience in DoD or large-scale technology programs.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams in planning and executing complex training and test events.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day MACCTTE operations and ensure mission readiness.
• Plan and execute testing and training events by integrating sponsor requirements.
• Manage staffing, budgets, deliverables, and schedules.

Skills

Program or operations management experience

Leading multidisciplinary teams

Budget and schedule management

Technical integration

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related discipline

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+ CE)

Job description

About SITE525

SITE525 is at the forefront of delivering cuttingedge training solutions for information maneuver specialists. Our mission is to empower the warfighter with realistic, highfidelity training environments that simulate the challenges of modern information warfare. This Operations Manager role will support the Muscatatuck Training Center Advanced Cyber Center -Testing, Training & Experimentation (MACCTTE) contract and is contingent upon award. The position is located at Camp Atterbury in Edinburgh, IN.

Responsibilities

• Lead daytoday MACCTTE operations, maintenance, development, and customer support, ensuring continuity of operations and mission readiness.
• Plan and execute testing and training events by integrating sponsor requirements, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance with contract objectives.
• Manage staffing, budgets, deliverables, and schedules; monitor performance metrics and risks; report regularly to the Program Manager and government client.
• Serve as Deputy Program Manager, acting for the PM when required and representing the program to senior DoD and National Guard stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements, quality management, and compliance with DoD, NGB, and Army regulations and contract requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to maintain it.
• Tenor more years of program or operations management experience in DoD or similar largescale technology programs (cyber range, IT/OT, information warfare).
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams in planning and executing complex training and test events, with expertise in integrating technical, logistical, and operational requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and schedules for programs exceeding$5million.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, or related discipline; PMP or equivalent certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cyberrange operations, training support, and Joint/Interagency coordination.
• Familiarity with National Guard Bureau, Joint Staff, or Army acquisition processes.
• Ability to work across cybersecurity, networking, systems engineering, and RF teams.
• IATLevel2 certification (e.g., Security+ CE).

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.