Technical Operations Engineer

Trusted Concepts, Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Technical Operations Engineer to lead the development and delivery of complex cyber training programs across virtual and in‑person environments. The role hands‑on with IaC and virtualization stacks, translating technical scenarios into actionable curriculum and validating hardware/software solutions.

This on‑site position is in Laurel, MD with 25% travel, requiring the ability to document SOPs and drive iterative improvements for training deployment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience teaching technical curriculum in formal classroom settings.
• 1+ years of experience using Python and basic Linux/Bash functions.
• Familiarity with running Docker containers (Docker Compose).
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as Proxmox and OpenStack to create and manage virtual machines.
• 5+ years of experience in cyber operations, IT, or developer roles.
• Active Top Secret level clearance with eligibility for SCI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct virtual and/or in‑person training sessions.
• Operate and maintain a hybrid cyber range.
• Understand and emulate network scenarios with Infrastructure as Code.
• Test and validate software and hardware solutions before deployment.
• Document SOPs and iteratively improve processes.

Skills

Teaching technical curriculum

Python

Linux/Bash

Docker Compose

Proxmox

OpenStack

Cyber operations

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Proxmox

OpenStack

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Overview of Opportunity

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Two Six Technologies is searching for a Technical Operations Engineer to lead the development and delivery of complex cyber training programs across virtual and in‑person environments. While you will remain hands‑on with the Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and virtualization stacks used to maintain the hybrid cyber range, your primary focus is translating technical network scenarios into actionable curriculum. This role draws upon a background in cyber operations, requiring you to validate hardware/software solutions and document iterative improvements to training SOPs. Ultimately, you will serve as a subject matter expert who bridges the gap between new technology and effective deployment into the field.

This work will be onsite at our Laurel, MD office with 25% travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct virtual and/or in‑person training sessions
• Operate and maintain a hybrid cyber range
• Understand and emulate network scenarios with Infrastructure as Code
• Test and validate software and hardware solutions before deployment
• Document SOPs and find ways to iteratively improve processes

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience teaching technical curriculum in formal classroom settings
• 1+ years of experience using Python and basic Linux/Bash functions
• Familiarity with running Docker containers (Docker Compose)
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as Proxmox and OpenStack to create and manage virtual machines
• 5+ years of experience in cyber operations, IT, or developer roles
• Active Top Secret level clearance with eligibility for SCI

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with DevOps frameworks like Packer, Terraform, and Ansible
• Experience with datacenter operations such as planning and physically connecting network devices
• Experience configuring routers and switches (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Aruba)
• Experience with operating network sensor technologies such as Security Onion
• Experience with threat emulation using frameworks such as Caldera
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Security Clearance Requirements

• Active Top Secret level clearance with eligibility for SCI

Benefits & Compensation

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance, and professional development.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 USD (annualized).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidavit policy and the EEO Poster.

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