System Operations Manager

Avalore, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalore, LLC is seeking a System Operations Manager to oversee all system operations activities, develop policies, and mentor junior staff. You will manage large-scale projects, coordinate between operational teams and align solutions with program objectives.

You will lead incident and problem management, capacity planning, and ensure security/compliance across environments. This role requires security clearance considerations, collaboration with program management, and a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 0-3 years for Junior, 4-7 years for Journeyman, 8+ years for Senior.
• U.S. work authorization required; Avalore will not sponsor.
• Security clearance and certifications required per level (see ads).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all system operations activities and develop operational policies.
• Mentor junior staff and manage large-scale projects.
• Develop and maintain System Operations Plan; coordinate between teams.
• Establish operational standards and best practices; lead reviews and assessments.
• Analyze performance metrics and recommend improvements; manage operational risks.
• Collaborate with program management to align operational solutions with objectives.
• Design and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Establish incident and problem management processes; develop capacity planning strategies.
• Lead readiness activities for new deployments; ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage budgets; establish SLAs for operational services.
• Represent operations in cross-functional leadership forums.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-starter mindset

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The System Operations Manager will oversee all system operations activities, develop and enforce operational policies, mentor junior staff, and manage large-scale projects. This person will develop and maintain the System Operations Plan and coordinate between different operational teams. This person will establish operational standards and best practices, lead operational reviews and assessments, and ensure integration of all operational components. This person will analyze operational performance metrics and recommend improvements, manage operational risks, and collaborate with program management to align operational solutions with program objectives. This person will design and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability, establish incident management and problem management processes, and develop capacity planning strategies to ensure adequate resources. This person will lead operational readiness activities for new system deployments, coordinate operational activities across multiple teams and environments, and ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements. This person will develop and manage operational budgets, establish service level agreements for operational services, and represent operations in cross-functional leadership forums.

• SECRET Security Clearance Required
• CND, GFACT, GSEC, or Security+ certification (for Junior/Journeyman roles)
• SecurityX / CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, FITSP-O, GICSP, or SSCP (for Senior roles)
• We are actively seeking multiple levels:
• Junior: 0 - 3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Journeyman: 4 - 7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Good communication skills, self-starter mindset.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e.business office with computers,phoneand printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employeeis required tosit, stand, talk, andhear.

• Employee isoften required to sit and use their hands and fingers tooperatea computer.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• Up to 10%/ Occasionaltravel.

Avalore will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable toutilizeour online application system due to a disability. Please send your request [e-mail].

Avalore is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Wenot discriminatebased on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender,veteransstatus, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Eligibility requirements apply.

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary at Avalore is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combinaition of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
• Salary estimates for this job range from $97,000 - $181,000.