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Barbaricum is seeking an Exercise Planner to support the planning, coordination, and execution of cyber training events and exercises for Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The selected candidate ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber exercise planner in the United States is $65,702.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Cyber Exercise Planner, you need expertise in cybersecurity principles, risk management, and scenario development, often supported by a relevant degree and certifications like CISSP or CISM. Familiarity with cyber range platforms, simulation tools, and incident response frameworks is commonly required. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and project management skills help facilitate coordination among diverse teams and stakeholders. These skills ensure the effective design and execution of realistic cyber exercises that strengthen organizational preparedness and resilience.

What are some common challenges faced by Cyber Exercise Planners when designing realistic scenarios?

Cyber Exercise Planners often face the challenge of balancing realism with practicality when developing exercise scenarios. Creating scenarios that accurately reflect current cyber threats while ensuring they are appropriate for the organization's systems and capabilities can be complex. Additionally, planners must coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including technical teams and leadership, to ensure objectives are clear and achievable. Time constraints and resource limitations can also impact the depth and breadth of exercises, requiring careful prioritization and creative problem-solving.

What are Cyber Exercise Planners?

Cyber Exercise Planners are professionals who design, coordinate, and execute simulated cyber attack and defense scenarios to test and improve an organization's cybersecurity readiness. They work with various stakeholders to develop realistic exercises that identify vulnerabilities, improve incident response procedures, and ensure teams are prepared for real-world cyber threats. Their role is crucial in strengthening an organization's overall cyber defense by allowing teams to practice their response in a controlled, risk-free environment.
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Cyberspace Exercise Planner-Fort Meade,Maryland

Cyberspace Exercise Planner-Fort Meade,Maryland

HII

Aspen Hill, MD

$91K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Requisition Number: 29136
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: - $91,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
As part of our Cyber & Intelligence team, you will help shape the future of national security by delivering cutting-edge solutions across cyber, electronic warfare (EW), and space domains. Our work is fast-paced, mission-critical, and deeply rewarding.
We are seeking a dynamic Cyberspace Exercise Planner to support a high-profile initiative that strengthens the Department of Defense's cyber capabilities. In this role, you will help design and coordinate exercises that unify cyberspace operations, integrate cyber expertise, and elevate strategic readiness across the DoD.
Minimum Qualifications
0 years experience with Bachelors in related field or a High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
Must possess an active TS/SCI/Polygraph for consideration
Preferred Requirements
Experience to include but not limited to:
  • Planning medium to large scale military exercises.
  • Writing training objectives, scenario development, and exercise performance assessments.
  • Planning, organizing, and coordinating drill and exercise programs related to cyberspace operations.
  • Developing, scheduling, and assisting in preparing, administrating, and executing all levels of exercise training.
  • Conducting in-depth research on specific exercise operations, lessons learned, and newly developed TTPs used in the development of Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) or simulation control injects that accurately replicates the operating environment the training is designed to support execution.
  • Developing requirements for exercise events.
  • Identifying and tracking observations and lessons learned from training and exercise events and across the Joint Force for resolution.
  • Serving as the subject matter expert and manage planning, organizing, and coordinating for drill and exercise programs related to cyberspace operations in relation to joint exercises.
  • Contributing to both designing and planning exercises by preparing and disseminating products such as exercise plans, controller/evaluator handbooks, Master Scenario Events List, player briefings, After Action Reports/Corrective Action Plans, etc.
  • Developing exercise products to include meeting notes, mock exercise injects, exercise scripts, after actions reports, POA&Ms, recommendations, and planning documents.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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