Mission Operations Support Specialist (2026-0193)

Acclaim Technical Services; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services in Northern Virginia seeks a Mission Operations Support Specialist to support cyber operations and A&A activities in the Sponsor’s organization. The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and involves developing strategic plans and creating executive-friendly reports.

Responsibilities include coordinating with stakeholders, documenting requirements, and facilitating meetings. On-site position in Chantilly, VA offering opportunities in a collaborative ESOP culture.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Hardware, Systems, or Network Engineering in an intelligence environment.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Senior level with Bachelor’s degree plus experience or equivalent substitutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop mission-focused strategic plans capturing existing capabilities and future needs.
• Create concise reports and briefings for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop regular status reporting for leadership and executives.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to document and track program requirements.
• Assist in meeting facilitation and information sessions.
• Prepare operating procedures and internal memorandums.
• Work independently and within a team to address roadblocks and deliver results.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder communication

Reporting to leadership

Documentation

Meeting facilitation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's +8 years

4 years in lieu of Bachelor

6 years in lieu of Master

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively hiring a Mission Operations Support Specialist with TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to join our Data and Systems Integration Division, working in Northern Virginia to provide Support and administer cyber security projects and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities within the Sponsor’s organization.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop mission-focused strategic plans that capture existing capabilities and outline future capabilities and high-level dependencies
• Create reports and briefings that easily and succinctly describe complex program information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Develop regular status reporting for leadership to share with senior executives across the Sponsor's partners
• Develop mechanisms to share technical accomplishments and progress to non-technical audiences and mission stakeholders
• Validate, document, and manage stakeholder expectations in concert with customer
• Assist Sponsor managers with modifying or establishing processes to implement strategic plans
• Aid in meeting facilitation and information sessions or conference planning
• Assist the Sponsor in assessing, documenting. and tracking program requirements and follow-on technical exchange meetings
• Compose and maintain correspondence documentation such as operating procedures and internal memorandums
• Work independently and amongst a team with minimal supervision to address roadblocks and deliver results in a timely manner or provide the most relevant course of action

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with Hardware (primary), Systems, or Network Engineering in an intelligence collection environment
• Levels:
• Senior – Bachelors + 8 years
• Degree substitutions permitted:
• 4 years in lieu of a Bachelors
• 6 years in lieu of a Masters
• TS/SCI with polygraph

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with Sponsor systems, operations, and intelligence collection activities

The pay range for this position is $120,000-$140,000

SALARY TRANSPARANCY

There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.