Operations Manager – II (General and Operations Management)

IDS International; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IDS International seeks an Operations Manager II to lead cyber range and training operations in a DoD environment. You will plan, execute, and evaluate training events, coordinating with senior DoD stakeholders and advancing enterprise-level cyber testbeds.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a strong background in cyber training programs, and the ability to manage complex schedules and resources to ensure mission readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related discipline OR equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years in cyber range or computer testbed environments
• Minimum 7 years in program management or senior-DoD/defense industry experience
• Minimum 2 years supporting Army and Joint cyber training exercises
• Strong experience planning, executing, and evaluating cyber training programs
• Experience working with senior DoD personnel and stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage operations in fast-paced, mission-driven environments

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute cyber range and training operations
• Lead and manage cyber training programs for Army and Joint environments
• Oversee daily operational activities within cyber testbed environments
• Ensure training effectiveness through evaluation and continuous improvement
• Coordinate with senior DoD stakeholders and leadership
• Support integration of IT/OT systems, networking, and cyber infrastructure
• Manage schedules, resources, and operational priorities
• Maintain operational readiness of cyber range capabilities

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Training optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (network engineering, cybersecurity, information management)

Equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

OT/IT systems

Networking/infrastructure environments

Cellular systems/communications tech

Cyber range platforms/test environments

Job description

Operations Manager – II (General and Operations Management)

Why IDS?

IDS believes in solving complex challenges through innovation, technical expertise, and operational excellence. We support critical missions across government and defense sectors, delivering impactful solutions that enhance national security. Joining IDS means contributing to meaningful, mission-driven work in highly dynamic environments.

Location

Muscatatuck Indiana

Job Description

IDS is seeking a skilled Operations Manager II to support cyber range and training operations within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This role requires a hands‑on leader with experience managing cyber training programs, coordinating operational activities, and supporting enterprise‑level cyber test and training environments.

The Operations Manager will play a key role in planning, executing, and evaluating cyber training events while ensuring alignment with mission objectives and technical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute cyber range and training operations
• Lead and manage cyber training programs for Army and Joint environments
• Oversee daily operational activities within cyber testbed environments
• Ensure training effectiveness through evaluation and continuous improvement
• Coordinate with senior DoD stakeholders and leadership
• Support integration of IT/OT systems, networking, and cyber infrastructure
• Manage schedules, resources, and operational priorities
• Maintain operational readiness of cyber range capabilities

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline
  OR equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments
• Minimum of 7 years of program management or equivalent senior‑level DoD / defense industry experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting Army and Joint cyber training exercises
• Strong experience planning, executing, and evaluating cyber training programs
• Experience working with senior DoD personnel and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage operations in fast‑paced, mission‑driven environments

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of:
  • Operational Technology (OT) / Information Technology (IT) systems
  • Networking and infrastructure environments
  • Cellular systems and communications technologies
  • Cyber range platforms and test environments

Desired Skills

• Strong project and operations management abilities
• Excellent leadership and coordination skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience in training environment optimization and performance improvement

Security Clearance

• Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) required

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.

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  • a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.
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