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- Director of Operations, Cybersecurity Programs with Security Clearance
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Job title: Director of Operations, Cybersecurity Programs with Security Clearance
Role Summary: Lead and scale cybersecurity programs across all DoD domains (land, sea, air, space, cyber) with a focus on commercial Cyber markets. Own strategic account management, operational delivery, risk and compliance, and financial performance of portfolio. Drive growth, align solutions with customer needs, and ensure program execution meets DoD standards and business objectives.
Expectations: • Maintain an active Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCI clearance.
• Deliver measurable business growth and operational excellence for all managed programs.
• Sustain high‑level client satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrate accountability for financial targets, achieving profitability and margin goals.
• Exhibit leadership that fosters autonomy, responsibility, and high performance across cross‑functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. **Strategic Leadership** – Define vision and roadmap for cybersecurity portfolio, align with DoD priorities and commercial opportunities.
2. **Client Relationship Management** – Build and sustain relationships with decision‑makers, influencers, and end users. Anticipate and address short‑ and long‑term client needs, adding value beyond requests.
3. **Operational Oversight** – Direct program, project, and portfolio teams; establish monitoring systems, performance metrics, risk controls, and accountability structures.
4. **Risk & Compliance** – Ensure adherence to codes, regulations, and DoD policies; develop monitoring for critical risks and non‑compliance consequences.
5. **Performance Measurement** – Set challenging goals, track progress, identify improvement areas, and implement corrective actions.
6. **Team Building & Development** – Resolve conflicts, delegate authority, coach staff, foster collaboration, and recognize contributions.
7. **Financial Management** – Analyze revenue streams, conduct profitability analysis, and recommend decisions that optimize short‑ and long‑term financial outcomes.
8. **Cross‑Functional Collaboration** – Coordinate with sales, marketing, engineering, and other business units to deliver integrated solutions.
9. **Stakeholder Communication** – Tailor messaging to diverse audiences, facilitate consensus, and provide transparent updates on program status.
Required Skills:
- Strategic leadership & program management in DoD and cybersecurity environments
- Deep understanding of DoD procurement, contracting, and cybersecurity standards
- Risk assessment, compliance oversight, and monitoring system design
- Financial acumen: revenue/expense analysis, profitability modeling, break‑even analysis
- Advanced communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management
- Team leadership: coaching, conflict resolution, delegation, performance accountability
- Analytical thinking with data‑driven decision making
- Customer‑centric mindset: anticipating needs, adding value, ensuring satisfaction
Required Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Active Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCI security clearance required; ability to maintain clearance.
- Professional certifications: CISSP, PMP, CISM, or DoD‑specific credentials (e.g., DoD Cybersecurity Certification).
Washington dc, United states
On site
31-12-2025