Business Operations Specialist

Red Alpha•Columbia, MD

15h

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated junior-level Business Operations Specialist to support multiple functional areas including Contracts, Finance, and Recruiting. This entry-level role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to gain broad exposure to business operations and contribute to the efficiency of day-to-day processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating administrative and operational tasks, ensuring accuracy in documentation, and supporting cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Management, Finance, Human Resources, Communications, or a related discipline)
At least 1 year of relevant experience in a business support or operations-related role
Prior experience with business systems such as applicant tracking systems (ATS), CRM tools, and/or financial software
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and/or similar business tools
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Eligibility to obtain a security clearance (TS/SCI with Polygraph)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in government contracting (ie Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community) is highly desired

Responsibilities

Provide administrative and operational support across Contracts, Recruiting, and Finance teams
Assist with contract tracking, document preparation, and compliance-related activities
Support full lifecycle recruiting efforts by reviewing and posting job positions, sourcing for qualified candidates, coordinating interviews, and maintaining candidate records
Aid finance-related processes such as invoice tracking, expense reporting, and data entry
Maintain organized records and ensure data accuracy across systems and tools
Help identify opportunities to improve workflows and support process enhancements
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables

Benefits

health
life/ disability
401k
paid time off
professional development
generous bonus programs
comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance paid
majority of the premiums for your family paid
free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym
$5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships
up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise
company events