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Cybersecurity Advisor

Vantage Point Consulting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Our client partner is launching a state-of-the-art Cyber Range in partnership with IBM X-Force to provide hands-on cybersecurity training and simulate real-world threat scenarios. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Job Description

Our client partner is launching a state-of-the-art Cyber Range in partnership with IBM X-Force to provide hands-on cybersecurity training and simulate real-world threat scenarios. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking

Cybersecurity Advisor

to guide the development, implementation, and operation of the cyber range, and ensure alignment with academic, industry, and workforce development goals.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation & Setup

Serve as the lead advisor for the implementation of the IBM X-Force Cyber Range platform

Collaborate with IBM's technical team, internal IT staff, and academic leaders to ensure smooth deployment

Provide technical and strategic input on infrastructure, equipment, and software requirements

Curriculum & Instructional Design Support

Work closely with faculty to integrate cyber range exercises into cybersecurity and IT curricula

Recommend and help design scenarios that reflect current threat landscapes and industry practices

Align range content with national frameworks such as NIST NICE, CompTIA, CISSP, etc.

Workforce & Industry Engagement

Assist in developing training programs for industry partners, first responders, and students

Support grant initiatives and workforce development goals related to cybersecurity training

Serve as a subject matter expert to connect academic programming with regional employer needs

Operations & Evaluation

Advise on best practices for cyber range operations, maintenance, and user management

Contribute to the development of operational protocols, safety/security policies, and access procedures

Assist in tracking outcomes and effectiveness of training simulations for continuous improvement

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

5+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity operations, threat analysis, or related areas

Strong understanding of incident response, red/blue team exercises, and cybersecurity frameworks

Experience with or exposure to cyber range platforms (IBM X-Force, Cyberbit, etc.)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in educational or training settings

Preferred

Master's degree or certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GCIH, or similar

Experience in higher education or workforce training environments

Knowledge of IBM X-Force Cyber Range platform specifically (or willingness to undergo training)

Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse populations and foster inclusive learning environments Seniority level

Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type

Employment typeFull-time Job function

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