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.
LocationMuscatatuck Indiana
Job DescriptionIDS 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
- 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
- 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
- Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) required
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in network engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline OR equivalent 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
What We Do
Hybrid conflict. Non-state actors. Digital hacktivists. Tribal politics. Advanced technology. Ancient beliefs. Rapid adaptation. Strategic uncertainty. Declining resources. Rising extremism. Today’s national security challenges are complex and multidimensional, requiring adaptive, interagency responses. For more than a decade, IDS International has delivered innovative training, research and operational civil-military services to help address these 21st century challenges. We are seasoned soldiers, aid workers, diplomats, intelligence professionals, cyber warriors, technical experts, political advisors, and more with a common understanding of how to train for and operate in conflict zones and transitional areas. Our team of interagency experts and field practitioners operate and train together daily, building on our global multidisciplinary understanding of challenges, best practices and new approaches. This wide range of perspectives permits us to serve as a liaison between civil society, military, government and technology to enhance coordination and effectively solve complex security and political problems.
