Cybersecurity Range Engineer

About the role

Join our team supporting the cutting-edge CYBER TRIDENT Program and make an impact by guiding the definition, implementation, and delivery of capability focused on U.S. CYBER COMMANDS (USCYBERCOM) Joint Cyber Training Enterprise (JCTE).

Responsibilities

• Cyber Range Expertise: Build and configure cyber range content (virtual machines, virtual networks, accounts/roles, tooling, and exercise injects) to meet event objectives and scenario design.
• Cyber Exercises and Operations: Support the planning, building, and execution of cybersecurity training, mission rehearsal, and validation events within cyber range environments.
• Operational Design: Implement and operate offensive and defensive training content, including red cell tools, defensive sensors, and supporting applications, under established design guidance.
• Deliver virtual infrastructure and network support (VMware, routing/switching constructs, DNS, TCP/IP), including diagnosing connectivity and performance issues across range enclaves.
• Network Administration: Provide event support during execution windows, including environment readiness checks, user access support, troubleshooting, and rapid issue resolution.
• Capture requirements, track tasks, and communicate status, risks, and impacts to relevant teams.
• Technical Expertise: Configure and maintain Windows and Linux hosts used in training environments, including patching, baseline configuration, and restoration of lab state as required.
• Develop and update technical documentation (build notes, runbooks, diagrams, and after-action inputs) to support repeatable event delivery and knowledge transfer.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline such as information technology, computer science, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university and 8 years of experience. In addition to eight years of relevant work experience, 6 years of additional relevant experience can be substituted for degree.
• Virtual Networking and Cloud Infrastructure: Working knowledge and hands-on experience in both Windows and Linux operating system environments. Experience working with VMware and supporting systems within virtualized environments.
• Relevant Networking Engineering Certification; Relevant Cloud/VMware Certification; Relevant Certification in RedHat/Linux/Windows.
• Security and Certifications: Must have TS/SCI with the ability to successfully pass a CI polygraph if requested, current DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CISSP).

Qualifications

• Familiarity with or experience supporting the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).
• Experience supporting cyber training and validation exercises, including planning, coordination, and execution with Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs).
• Experience using SIEMs, intrusion detection systems, or threat intelligence platforms to support cybersecurity operations.
• Experience using scripting or automation tools to streamline cybersecurity operations or environment setup.

Skills

• Hands-on experience in both Windows and Linux systems.
• Experience with virtualized infrastructures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity tools.
• Ability to develop, deploy, and troubleshoot complex training scenarios.
• Ability to thrive within high-pressure situations and drive relevant teams to take the right actions.

Benefits

At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.

Pay

$107,900.00 - $195,050.00

Schedule

Not specified