Operations Manager – II (General and Operations Management)

IDS International • Muscatatuck, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline OR equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• 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
• 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
• Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) required

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior