Operations Advisor New McLean, VA

Core One Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Core One Group in McLean, VA seeks a seasoned intelligence professional with a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph. You will support operational requirements, coordinate with sponsor equities, and apply security protocols in high-threat environments.

Responsibilities include developing assessments, briefing senior leadership, and guiding cross-functional projects. Bachelor’s degree with substantial experience is required; salary ranges from $140,000 to $215,000+ depending on experience and contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Level 3–5 experience ranges (7/12/20+ years).
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Proficiency with sponsor research tools, methodologies, and analytical techniques.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement across diverse groups.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Organizational and time-management skills to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Interface between sponsor equities in the field, at home, and with other agencies on geographic and transnational issues.
• Maintain partnerships across the intelligence community and partner departments to deconflict and align missions.
• Apply counterintelligence and security protocols to safeguard personnel and assets in high-threat environments.
• Coordinate operational taskings and cross-functional projects.
• Plan, manage, and execute complex initiatives and strategic projects.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop assessments and provide recommendations for senior leadership decisions.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, presentations, and reports with expert guidance on project activities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

*This position requires a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph*

Responsibilities:

• Support operational requirements by providing interface between sponsor equities in the field, at home, and with other agencies on various geographic and transnational issues.
• Maintain partnerships across the intelligence community and partner departments to deconflict and align missions.
• Apply counterintelligence and security protocols to safeguard personnel and sensitive assets in high-threat environments.
• Support the coordination and execution of operational taskings and cross-functional projects.
• Assist in the planning, management, and successful execution of complex initiatives and strategic projects.
• Conduct research and analysis to develop assessments and provide well-informed recommendations to support senior leadership decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, presentations, and reports while providing expert guidance and advisory support on project activities and initiatives.

Levels:

• Level 3: Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Level 4: Bachelor's degree and at least 12 years of relevant professional experience.
• Level 5: Bachelor's degree and at least 20 years of relevant professional experience.

*Note: 5 additional years of experience can be applied in lieu of Bachelor's Degree*

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in Sponsor research tools, methodologies, and analytical techniques.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data, interpret research findings, and develop actionable insights.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and resolve complex issues in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Extensive experience in intelligence operations, intelligence analysis, and direct support to field operations, with the ability to integrate intelligence into operational planning and execution.
• Strong knowledge of counterintelligence principles, risk management methodologies, and threat mitigation strategies to support operational security and mission success.
• Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across the Intelligence Community (IC) and other U.S. Government (USG) agencies, fostering coordination and information sharing in support of operational objectives.

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Salary Range: $140,000 - $215,000

The pay range reflected above is a general guideline for this position and labor category and is not a guarantee of a specific salary or offer. Final compensation is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, certifications, security clearance level, contract requirements, geographic location, and internal pay equity, and may reflect market data specific to the awarded contract.

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.