Cyber Operations Officer

Cyber Operations Officer

Job Locations


US-VA-McLean

ID


2026-13898

# of Openings


1

Overview

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic Cyber Operations Officer to drive advanced cyber operations while enabling mission success through strategic planning, intelligence integration, and process optimization. This role blends operational cyber expertise with organizational effectiveness, ensuring that complex AI-driven threats are addressed through coordinated, data-informed, and mission-aligned efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, deployment, and execution of cyber efforts focused on AI-enhanced capabilities
• Identify and assess vulnerabilities within adversary AI infrastructure and related systems
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to enable synchronized cyber operations and strengthen cross-functional mission alignment
• Support strategic planning efforts by coordinating and executing initiatives that drive mission enablement and process improvement
• Assess organizational strategies, processes, and resource requirements to identify impacts and support effective mission execution
• Design, refine, and document procedures to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and repeatability of mission activities
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflows and enhance organizational capabilities
• Evaluate business and management processes, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and performance
• Recommend and facilitate implementation of improved processes, tools, and best practices
• Develop and deliver operational and executive briefings, translating complex technical and AI concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences
• Prepare and present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber operations
• Experience analyzing, targeting, or defending against AI-enabled or emerging technology threats
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic planning and process improvement initiatives within complex organizations
• Strong analytical skills with experience in performance data collection, aggregation, and interpretation
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to senior, non-technical stakeholders
• Experience coordinating across multiple teams, organizations, or agencies in high-tempo environments
• Willingness and ability to travel as required

Security Clearance Requirements
Applicants must already possess an active TS SCI with Polygraph

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Target salary range: $111426.84-$192890.16. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

Job Locations

US-VA-McLean

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io
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