Strategic Operations Leader — Government Programs & Compliance

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 145,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, an Accenture Federal Services Company, seeks an experienced Operations Director to oversee the DHMS program's operational activities, coordinating with IT, logistics, security, and stakeholders to ensure compliant, efficient execution.

The role demands strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with experience in government contracts, risk management, and use of performance-analysis tools; COM certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cyber Security, Business, Engineering, Management, or related field.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience, including management experience.
• Experience working on government contracts.
• COM (Certified Operations Manager) certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with IT, logistics, security, and other stakeholders to optimize DHMS program operations
• Ensure compliance with USACE policies; drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement effective operational strategies; conduct operational assessments and risk management
• Use management tools for performance analysis; develop operational documentation; apply data security best practices
• Oversee, direct, and mentor subordinate staff; conduct interviews/screenings, onboarding, performance reviews, and corrective actions
• Maintain timekeeping compliance and charge authorization/labor category management
• Build and maintain working relationships with team members, vendors, client, and other departments
• Ensure program activities operate within organizational policy, relevant legislation, and professional standards
• Exercise independent judgment and problem resolution with minimal direct oversight in a demanding government-contract environment

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Cyber Security / Business / Engineering / Management

Tools

Performance-analysis tools

Data security best practices

Job description

ASM Research, an Accenture Federal Services Company, seeks an experienced Operations Director to oversee the DHMS program's operational activities, coordinating with IT, logistics, security, and stakeholders to ensure compliant, efficient execution.

The role demands strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with experience in government contracts, risk management, and use of performance-analysis tools; COM certification is preferred.