Operations Director

General Dynamics Information Technology•Falls Church, VA

20d•$170,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is seeking an Operations Director to analyze user needs and operational requirements in support of mission execution within Full Spectrum Cyber and an Operational Technology (OT)/Cyber lab environment. The role conducts research and functional assessments to inform operational planning, strengthen workflow effectiveness, and ensure capabilities align with mission demands. The Operations Director will serve as the operator of the OT/Cyber lab and apply OT/Industrial Control Systems (ICS) mission expertise. The position supports operational analysis, planning, and execution by identifying mission needs, workflow gaps, and performance challenges; translating mission requirements into actionable tasks and documented functional requirements; and preparing assessments, briefings, and operational insights for leadership decision-making and continuous improvement. It maintains awareness of ongoing cyber operations, business use cases, and threat information to inform planning, resource allocation, and mission adjustments. The role reports to the Vice President, Full Spectrum Cyber (CTO). This is a hybrid position based in Falls Church, Virginia, with less than 10% travel. A Secret clearance is required to start, and U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
At least 8 years of OT/Cyber operations experience.
Secret clearance required to start.
U.S. citizenship required.
Strong analytical ability to assess operational workflows, identify mission gaps, and derive insights that enhance readiness and support operational execution.
Ability to translate mission requirements into actionable operational tasks and coordinate effectively with stakeholders.
Ability to evaluate operational requirements, ongoing cyber activities, relevant data, and threat indicators to support workflow coordination and execution.
Understanding of OCO, DCO, and mission-enabling activities.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with major OEMs such as Siemens or Johnson Controls.
Prior OEM background.

Responsibilities

Serve as Operations Director and operator of the OT/Cyber lab.
Conduct operational analysis to identify mission needs, workflow gaps, and performance challenges, ensuring cyber operations and capabilities align with Full Spectrum Cyber mission demands.
Research, validate, and translate mission requirements into actionable tasks and documented functional requirements for cyber teams and technical partners.
Prepare assessments, briefings, and operational insights to inform leadership decision-making and continuous improvement.
Maintain situational awareness of cyber operations, business use cases, and threat information to inform planning, resource allocation, and mission adjustments.
Integrate capabilities effectively in response to mission requirements.
Coordinate with stakeholders to support operational workflow and execution.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
401(k) with company match.
Competitive pay.
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, and paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options.
Vision plan.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life insurance and other income-protection offerings.
Full-flex work weeks where possible.
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities.
Internal mobility team focused on career goals.