Chief Operating Officer, Defense Services

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Requirements:

• Experience in the defense services industry
• Ability to manage a multi-million-dollar profit & loss business
• Experience in business development and proposal processes
• Understanding of professional services and government contracting
• Startup mentality with entrepreneurial skills
• Excellent management and leadership skills
• Outstanding organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent people management skills and ability to build high-performing teams
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Collaborative leadership style
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen with superb communication skills
• Ability to analyze operational and financial data for decision-making
• Ability to mentor and coach other leaders
• Passion for enhancing public services through technology

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with executive team to set and drive strategic direction
• Lead execution of operations through goal setting and performance management
• Manage day-to-day operations, overseeing managers and client delivery teams
• Engage in growing defense services portfolio with agencies
• Maintain oversight of financial and operational health of the organization
• Ensure business unit operations align with company core operations
• Build a diverse, inclusive culture and maintain relationships with customers