Cyber Exercise Planner

Description

Strategic Ventures Consulting Group (SVCG), LLC is a dynamic consulting firm specializing in technical and management solutions that address the most pressing challenges faced by government and commercial clients. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a supportive work environment that promotes growth and success. If you have a proven track record of achievement and a strong commitment to excellence, apply today to join our team!

Strategic Ventures is currently recruiting Cyber Exercise Planner to join our team at Ft. Meade, MD. The Cyber Exercise Planner will support the Marine Forces Cyber Command (MARFORCYBER) in the planning, coordination, and execution of cyber exercises, providing expert knowledge and experience to enhance operational readiness. The candidate will work collaboratively with military and civilian stakeholders to develop, plan, and execute joint cyber exercises that align with the command’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of joint cyber exercises in support of MARFORCYBER objectives, ensuring alignment with operational and strategic goals
• Collaborate with MARFORCYBER personnel and external agencies to define exercise scope, objectives, and desired outcomes
• Oversee the development and integration of realistic cyber scenarios to simulate real-world threats and challenges
• Develop and maintain comprehensive exercise documentation, including exercise plans, scripts, injects, after-action reports, and lessons learned
• Coordinate exercise logistics, including scheduling, coordination of resources, and securing necessary support from stakeholders
• Analyze and assess exercise performance, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and provide actionable recommendations for improvements
• Ensure adherence to Joint Exercise Lifecycle (JELC) principles throughout the planning, execution, and evaluation stages
• Support the execution of complex cyber defense scenarios, providing technical guidance and expertise as needed
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies, procedures, and industry best practices
• Provide subject matter expertise in cyber operations, ensuring that the exercises reflect the latest threat intelligence and tactics
• Participate in after-action reviews, identifying corrective actions, best practices, and opportunities for continuous improvement

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in cyber operations, cybersecurity, or related fields
• Active TS/SCI/CI Poly
• In-depth knowledge of the Joint Exercise Lifecycle (JELC) and experience in planning, developing, and executing joint cyber exercises
• Familiarity with current cybersecurity trends, threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies
• Experience with cyber defense tools, threat simulations, and security operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and present to senior leadership
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, team collaboration, and organizational skills