Lead Cyber Wargames Facilitator

Wells Fargo & Company•McLean, VA

1d•$119,000 - $224,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Cyber Wargame Facilitator to lead the design, planning, and execution of cybersecurity wargames. This role will be responsible for creating realistic and challenging scenarios that test and improve the organization's ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks. The Lead Cyber Wargame Facilitator will also provide leadership and mentorship to junior facilitators and analysts. In this role, you will: Lead the design, development, and execution of cybersecurity wargames, tabletop exercises, and simulations. Create realistic and challenging scenarios that simulate real-world cyber threats and attacks. Facilitate wargames, guiding participants through the exercise and ensuring objectives are met. Analyze wargame results and develop after-action reports with actionable recommendations for improvement. Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure wargames are technically accurate and relevant. Mentor and train junior wargame facilitators and analysts. Develop and maintain wargame templates, tools, and resources. Stay up-to-date on the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and defense strategies. Present wargame findings to senior management and stakeholders. Continuously improve the wargaming program based on feedback and lessons learned.

Requirements

5+ years of Information Security Analysis experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, incident response, or wargaming.
Proven experience in designing, planning, and facilitating cybersecurity wargames
Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and defense strategies.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with wargaming methodologies and tools.
Ability to obtain security clearance, if required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of industry frameworks and standards, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Security certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH.
Experience in a leadership or mentoring role.
Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and execution of cybersecurity wargames, tabletop exercises, and simulations.
Create realistic and challenging scenarios that simulate real-world cyber threats and attacks.
Facilitate wargames, guiding participants through the exercise and ensuring objectives are met.
Analyze wargame results and develop after-action reports with actionable recommendations for improvement.
Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure wargames are technically accurate and relevant.
Mentor and train junior wargame facilitators and analysts.
Develop and maintain wargame templates, tools, and resources.
Stay up-to-date on the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and defense strategies.
Present wargame findings to senior management and stakeholders.
Continuously improve the wargaming program based on feedback and lessons learned.