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$90,000 - $105,000
Unspecified
IT - Security
Ridgecrest, CA (On-Site/Office)
Description
Saalex is seeking a in Cyber Operations Manager in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $90k-$105k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Onsite.
Position Overview:
Saalex is hiring a Cyber Operations Manager to support Navy training range programs. This role is ideal for candidates with IT project management experience who want to grow into a cybersecurity/Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) subject matter expert.
What You'll Do
Requirements
What You Need:
Preferred
Education
Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience/certifications (PMI, DAU, Agile, Lean, etc.).
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
Benefits
Saalex is seeking a in Cyber Operations Manager in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $90k-$105k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Onsite.
Position Overview:
Saalex is hiring a Cyber Operations Manager to support Navy training range programs. This role is ideal for candidates with IT project management experience who want to grow into a cybersecurity/Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) subject matter expert.
What You'll Do
- Lead day‑to‑day CDS operational workflows and coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, and government teams.
- Build and manage project schedules (WBS/IMS) and support CDS-related IT/cyber projects.
- Identify risks, resolve workflow challenges, and drive process improvements.
- Maintain documentation, diagrams, and PM artifacts while supporting CMMI‑aligned processes.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements
What You Need:
- 3-10 years of experience in IT project management (DoD, cybersecurity, or systems engineering preferred).
- Experience coordinating across technical and vendor teams.
- Ability to research unfamiliar technical areas and provide evidence-based recommendations.
- Exposure to CDS, cybersecurity architecture, RMF, NIST standards, or secure data flow concepts.
- Familiarity with firewall configurations, COMSEC equipment, or inline encryption.
- Ability to develop WBS and IMS using project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma (Yellow/Green), PMP, CAPM, or Agile/Scrum certifications.
- Experience supporting cybersecurity teams, ISSOs, or system engineers.
- Familiarity with CMMI or structured lifecycle frameworks.
Education
Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience/certifications (PMI, DAU, Agile, Lean, etc.).
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
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