CareerPlan

Operations Manager

Washington, District of ColumbiaFull-time$100k2026-07-28 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorshipSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead and manage daily IT operations supporting enterprise and mission-critical systems for Department of Defense programs.

Role type

Senior IT Operations Manager

Builds

Operational readiness and service delivery for DoD IT systems

Domain

Defense / IT Operations

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

IT Service Management (ITSM), system administration, network operations, cybersecurity compliance, personnel management, operational planning, budgeting, risk management

Preferred skills

DoD enterprise IT operations experience, ITIL/ITSM best practices, large-scale multi-location operations management

Technologies

DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF), DoD 8140.01, DoD 8570.01-M IAM

Responsibilities

Lead daily IT operations for mission-critical systems; oversee system administration, network operations, and service desk activities; ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards; manage staffing, scheduling, and performance metrics; coordinate with government customers and engineering teams; monitor operational performance and implement process improvements; provide leadership and mentorship to technical personnel.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management oversight