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Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains.  CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

The PLEX (Planning and Exercise Cell) lead will provide direct support to the PLEX Program Manager for the Joint Cyber Training Enterprise, one of the largest leading cyber training and operations platforms in the world. The incumbent will help lead the PLEX in support of the Cyber TRIDENT program, with teams that support the development and maintenance of content located on the enterprise cyber training platform. PLEX lead will provide direction and guidance of all PLEX activities and staff personnel.

Position location is Annapolis Junction, MD and full time on-site.

The PLEX lead is responsible for the overall team, to include:

• Supervising PLEX Staff level personnel
• Developing and executing project schedules and battle rhythms.
• Preparing Staffing Plans to support PLEX operations.
• Develop Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services.
• Assigning tasks and responsibilities to team, tracking status and ensuring tasks are completed on schedule.
• Facilitate all aspects of the Joint Event Lifecycle (JELC) including Concept Development Conference, Initial, Main, and Final Planning Conferences, MSEL conference, and logistics, for multiple exercise work streams occurring at the same time.
• Support Mission Readiness Reviews, including coordination, distribution list maintenance, and follow-on action tracking and support.
• Develop Task Evaluation and Observation Worksheets and assist with post-exercise activities.
• Facilitate development of After-Action Reports (AARs), develop and maintain distribution lists including administrative control, and assist with analytics and trend analysis.
• Measure training outcomes against overall Command readiness and contribute substantive content to the development of Command Readiness Reports.
• Satisfy ad hoc tasks in execution of Commander's Cyber Mission training priorities.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communications skills.
• Ten (10) years of experience with a comprehensive understanding of the Cyber Mission, including current cyberspace operations, tactics, techniques, procedures (TTPs), and the implications of cyber policy and operations.
• Ten (10) years of experience with Federal cybersecurity organizations, policies, programs and structures – experience and relationships with DoD USCYBERCOM or Service Cyber Components is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities with a demonstrated capability to coordinate and align efforts between government customers, senior executives, subcontractors and team members.
• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related technical field required; advanced degree or relevant graduate-level coursework preferred.
• Posses an active IAT Level II or higher certification.

• Prior service in exercise position for large Task Force, similar DoD, or large organization.
• Possesses ability and experience to brief and provide training for senior military and civilian leaders.
• Experience with Joint Training System (JTS) implementation including development of schedules and battle rhythms for JTS key annual activities.
• Experience developing Joint Training Plans including training objectives, training objective workshops, and identification of training activities.
• Experience developing the Commander's Annual Training Guidance
• Experience with Joint Training Information Management System (JTIMS) and/or Joint Training Tool (JTT).

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U. S. Citizenship status and a TS/SCI security clearance with a valid CI polygraph. 

CESI is committed to principles of inclusion and equal employment opportunity.  We foster a non-discriminatory, professional work environment for all our teams.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Salary Minimum: $165,000, Salary Maximum: $215,000

The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, CESI also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. In addition, CESI provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees.

CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise.  Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)