Strategic Operations Lead – National Security Programs

KBR Careers; Town of Vienna (WI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical insurance

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Business Operations Lead who will guide strategic operations, develop business plans, and drive mission-aligned initiatives on-site. The role focuses on applying best practices, coordinating with stakeholders, and shaping financial and operational performance.

Ideal candidates bring a TS/SCI with Polygraph, a strong background in project management and strategic planning, and experience engaging with financial industry leaders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field with 12 years of experience; additional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Project management experience and strategic planning expertise.
• Experience developing and implementing business plans.
• Knowledge of financial operations, banking regulations, and capital markets.
• Resource management experience.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with financial industry leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic business operations guidance and recommendations to stakeholders
• Evaluate and apply private-sector best practices to mission requirements
• Develop and implement business plans and operational strategies
• Execute leadership priorities and operational initiatives
• Support resource planning and allocation activities
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and organizational assessments
• Analyze financial and operational performance metrics
• Engage with industry leaders and external partners
• Support initiatives involving financial regulations and capital markets

Skills

TS/SCI

Polygraph

Strategic planning

PM experience

Resource management

Stakeholder interviews

Financial industry liaison

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Economics

Job description

KBR's National Security Solutions team seeks a Business Operations Lead who will guide strategic operations, develop business plans, and drive mission-aligned initiatives on-site. The role focuses on applying best practices, coordinating with stakeholders, and shaping financial and operational performance.

Ideal candidates bring a TS/SCI with Polygraph, a strong background in project management and strategic planning, and experience engaging with financial industry leaders.