Operations Specialist

Peraton•McLean, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced Operations Specialist to support our customer onsite in McLean, Va proven to excel in high operational tempo environments and drive mission execution in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience directly supporting the Intelligence Community. You are a strategic collaborator, ensuring coordination with partners across the spectrum of government to stay ahead of the threat. You thrive in complex situations and are capable of considering the whole picture, even in times of stress, to maintain excellent performance. You are comfortable taking limited direction to support your customer’s ability to maintain operational readiness in a dynamic environment. You establish and maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships with executive leaders, soliciting and incorporating feedback in a thoughtful, professional manner.

Requirements

Active, current TS/SCI with Polygraph
Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with BS/BA
Background supporting national security objectives in operational and/or watch-type roles
Proven ability to maintain around-the-clock situational awareness of activities, events, etc. impacting mission readiness and continuity
Demonstrated experience successfully working across organizational silos to support whole-of-government activities
Ability to confidently engage partners in a professional, collaborative manner
Excellent organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

Willingness to work a non-standard shift schedule to support 24x7x365 operations
Experience leading teams by participating in hiring and onboarding, driving individual and team performance, supporting growth and development, etc.

Responsibilities

Drive mission execution in support of national security objectives.
Ensure coordination with partners across the spectrum of government to stay ahead of the threat.
Maintain operational readiness in a dynamic environment.
Establish and maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships with executive leaders, soliciting and incorporating feedback.