Operations Manager - TS/SCI with Poly

Job Description:Type of Requisition:PipelineClearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphClearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:Top Secret SCI + PolygraphPublic Trust/Other Required:NoneJob Family:AdministrationSkills:Job Qualifications:Crisis Management, Enterprise IT, Enterprise Operations, Large Scale IT Projects, Operational GovernanceCertifications:NoneExperience:8 + years of related experienceUS Citizenship Required:YesJob Description:OPERATIONS MANAGEROwn your opportunity. Make your impactAs an Operations Manager supporting the CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) program, you will lead enterprise‑wide operational service delivery across one of the Intelligence Community’s largest, most complex IT infrastructures. You will manage operational performance across 250+ global sites, ensuring the reliability, security, and availability of mission‑critical systems that power intelligence production and global defense operations.You will partner closely with the Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, service leads, and Government counterparts to ensure seamless execution of enterprise operations—including server compute, storage, virtualization, network services, end‑user environments, data center operations, identity and access management, patching, monitoring, and incident response. Your leadership ensures the Defense Intelligence Enterprise remains connected, resilient, and mission‑ready.HOW AN OPERATIONS MANAGER WILL MAKE AN IMPACTLead day‑to‑day IT operations for the DoDIIS Enterprise, ensuring 24/7/365 availability, performance, and reliability across all CIS service towersOversee global Tier 2/Tier 3 operational teams supporting server compute, storage systems, load balancing, virtualization, PKI, patching, monitoring, database services, endpoint services, and data center operationsDirect the response to high‑visibility outages and critical incidents, including triage, escalation, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actionsPartner with engineering teams to integrate new technologies, upgrades, and enhancements into steady‑state operations with minimal disruptionDrive alignment with ITIL/ITSM processes—including Incident, Problem, Change, and Configuration ManagementMaintain operational dashboards, metrics, and reporting to Government leadership; ensure compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and performance objectivesManage operational documentation, SOPs, work instructions, configuration baselines, and runbooks to ensure consistent and repeatable service deliveryCoordinate across CONUS and OCONUS sites to maintain enterprise operational readiness, service continuity, and security postureEnsure adherence to the client, DoW, and IC policies—including cybersecurity (RMF), vulnerability management, policies, supply chain security, and audit requirementsLead continuous service improvement initiatives, leveraging automation, monitoring, analytics, and operational best practicesProvide leadership, mentoring, and direction to geographically dispersed teams supporting mission‑critical operationsSupport planning, scheduling, and coordination of upgrades, maintenance windows, and enterprise service changesRequired:WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEEDCLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI with CI PolygraphEDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, cybersecurity, management, or related field (Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree)8+ years of experience managing enterprise IT operations or mission‑critical IT service delivery5+ years of experience leading operations teams within the DoW, Intelligence Community, or federal environmentsProven experience managing large‑scale, multi‑site operations environmentsStrong understanding of enterprise IT domains: server compute, storage, networking, virtualization, monitoring, patching, identity services, and data center operationsHands‑on experience with ITIL/ITSM practices and operational governanceStrong communication, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement skillsDemonstrated ability to manage distributed technical teams across dispersed locationsUS citizenship requiredLOCATION: OnsitePreferred:ITIL v4 Foundations certificationExperience supporting the client, DoDIIS, or IC enterprise operationsFamiliarity with CMMC, NIST 800‑53, policies, and RMF processesExperience using ServiceNow/Service Central, SolarWinds, SCOM, or similar enterprise monitoring and workflow systemsGDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunitiesSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goalsRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time offCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplaceOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.#CISThe likely salary range for this position is $147,292 - $199,278. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Travel Required:NoneTelecommuting Options:OnsiteWork Location:USA MD Annapolis JunctionAdditional Work Locations:USA CO Colorado Springs, USA DC Washington, USA FL MacDill AFB, USA VA SpringfieldTotal Rewards At GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events atgdit.com/tc.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans