Cyber Operations Manager

Saalex

Ridgecrest, California, United States permanent

Posted: February 11, 2026

Job 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

• 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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