Operations Manager - TS/SCI required

Parsons; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

ESOP

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Senior Program/Operations Manager for our Federal Solutions team in Aberdeen, MD. You will oversee complex operations across programs, ensure timely CDRL deliverables, and lead cross-functional teams to meet performance objectives.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance, PMP certification, and a track record of managing large, multi-disciplinary operations with strong stakeholder engagement. Competitive benefits and a security-focused culture are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, business, management, or related discipline)
• 10+ years of professional experience in operations or program management
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required
• PMP certification required
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in managing large, complex operations
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and execution of all operational tasks and activities across assigned projects and programs
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items and deliverables
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams to achieve operational objectives and maintain high standards of performance
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational processes and procedures to maximize efficiency and compliance
• Maintain program documentation, schedules, and status reports for leadership and stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and security requirements
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams, government customers, and subcontractors

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

10+ years of professional experience in operations or program management

Active TS/SCI security clearance

PMP certification

Leadership and organizational skills in managing large, complex operations

Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement

Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment

Job description

Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and execution of all operational tasks and activities across assigned projects and programs.
• Ensuretimelyandaccuratecompletion of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items and deliverables.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams to achieve operationalobjectivesandmaintainhigh standardsof performance.
• Develop, implement, andmonitoroperational processes and procedures to maximize efficiency and compliance.
• Maintain program documentation, schedules, and status reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Identifyand mitigate operationalrisks, anddrive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and security requirements.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams, government customers, and subcontractors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, business, management, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of professional experience inoperations orprogrammanagement.
• Active TS/SCI security clearancerequired.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certificationrequired.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in managing large, complex operations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CDRL management and government contract deliverables preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation’s most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

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