Cyber Range Manager

Department: Dean of Science and Engineering

Location: Wellesley Hills

MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to preparestudents for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, tomeet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to theregion’s economic development.

Massachusetts BayCommunity College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgrounds andexperiences. We invite all individualsto consider joining our community.

Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-accesscommunity college, offering associate degrees and certificate programs on threecampuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have adesire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs andbackgrounds.

The Cyber Range Manager will be responsible for thetechnical and business operations of the MassBay Cyber Range under themanagement of the Office of Information Technology and in collaboration withthe Cyber Security Center of Excellence (CCE) and Center for Cyber SecurityEducation. Included in this oversight are cyber range activities, such asplanning the training events, establishing relationships, collaborating withstakeholders, and ensuring the efficient operation of technical infrastructureand resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong background incybersecurity, experience managing technical teams, and a passion foreducation. The Cyber Range Manager will work closely with the EmployerRelationships Manager to build partners.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Build relationships with cities, towns, and local businesses promoting awareness of the Range and the programs at MassBay;
  
  
• Develop and implement training programs for cybersecurity professionals and other stakeholders, including government agencies, municipalities, private companies, and academic institutions;
  
  
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure that training exercises meet their needs and objectives;
  
  
• Coordinate efforts with the other public Cyber Ranges, particularly in Massachusetts;
  
  
• Manage Cyber Range scheduling, training, and performance management;
  
  
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in cybersecurity training and development;
  
  
• Provide technical expertise and support to customers and stakeholders;
  
  
• Plan and organize cybersecurity events and workshops for students, faculty, and community members including all activities related to Cyber October and Fortify February;
  
  
• Establish partnerships with community organizations and businesses to promote cybersecurity awareness and training;
  
  
• Collaborate with faculty and instructors to enhance cyber range operations and assist faculty with incorporating cyber range scenarios and/or labs into courses;
  
  
• Monitor training exercises and provide feedback to participants and stakeholders;
  
  
• Prepare reports and presentations on Cyber Range activities, usage, metrics, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders;
  
  
• Participate in business development activities, including customer engagement and proposal development;
  
  
• Contribute to grant writing and fundraising efforts to support Cyber Range operations, programming, and outreach activities;
  
  
• Other duties assigned.

This list is not to be consideredall-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet theneeds and foster the mission of the College.

All employees of MassBay are expectedto work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values andcelebrates the variety of student experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree in computer science, cyber security, or related field;
  
  
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity;
  
  
• 3+ years of experience managing technical teams;
  
  
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies;
  
  
• Experience with networking and system administration;
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders;
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously;
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
  
  
• Knowledge of standards and practices related to information security, including state and federal regulatory requirements related to HIPAA, FERPA, PCI, and risk management;
  
  
• Work in-person on the Wellesley campus of MassBay Community College, where the Cyber Range is located;
  
  
• Be able to travel within Massachusetts to visit other Cyber Ranges and to meet with external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action;
  
  
• Experience working in a community college or similar environment;
  
  
• Demonstrates commitment to working with students in need;
  
  
• Experience with cyber range or training program development and management;
  
  
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+;
  
  
• Event scheduling and planning experience;
  
  
• Budget planning and administration;
  
  
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC);
  
  
• Knowledge of higher education principles, practices, and procedures.

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Asa Massachusetts State Employee, you are offered an outstanding suite ofbenefits adding value to your salary.

• Array of choices for health insurance plans to meet individual/ family needs
  
  
• Affordable Dental Insurance and vision discount program
  
  
• 12 paid State/ Federal holidays
  
  
• Generous sick, vacation, and personal time
  
  
• Flexible Spending Plans to reduce your taxable income
  
  
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
  
  
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan, providing a fixed, pre-established benefit for employees at retirement
  
  
• Thinking to save more money towards retirement: consider Deferred Compensation plans i.e., 457(b) or 403(b).
  
  
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
  
  
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  
  
• Free gym and parking on campus
  

Need more info: https://www.massbay.edu/employment/benefits

Position Type: Non Unit Professional

Deadline: September 23rd, 2025, or thereafter until filled.

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

Staff

Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts Bay Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights..