About this role
Saalex is seeking a 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 Operations Manager-Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)/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 DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesStock Option Plan