Director of People Operations - Human Resources

HR Director, People OperationsLocation: Reston, VA 20190 (Reston Town Center) – Hybrid – On Site M, T, ThuClearance: Must be a US CitizenCompensation: 175-200K + Annual BonusIdeal candidate profile:Experience in building a department from scratch in a small rapidly growing company of less than ~5-600 people.Job Summary:The Director of People Operations is a strategic and highly operational leader responsible for building, scaling, and optimizing the core infrastructure of the People function. This role owns the systems, data, and operational backbone that enable informed decision making, organizational scale, and exceptional employee experiences.You will lead the HR technology stack, ensure secure and compliant handling of employee and company data, drive systems migrations and automation, and bring rigor to compensation planning, workforce data, and people analytics. This role is critical to ensuring the People function operates with precision, transparency, and forward looking insight as the company grows.Required Qualifications & Experience6-8+ years of experience in People Operations, HR Operations, or People Analytics roles, including leadership experienceDeep experience owning and scaling HR technology stacks and data infrastructureStrong background in compensation analysis, workforce planning, and people analyticsPrior experience with the current tech stack will be beneficial: Greenhouse, Lattice, Pave, and iSolvedProven ability to lead complex system implementations and cross functional initiativesHigh attention to detail with a strong bias toward data accuracy and operational rigorExperience partnering with IT, Finance, Legal, and Security teamsKey ResponsibilitiesPeople Systems & TechnologyOwn and manage the HR technology ecosystem (HRIS, ATS, performance, engagement, compensation, benefits, and analytics tools)Lead system implementations, migrations, integrations, and vendor managementIdentify opportunities for automation and tooling improvements to increase efficiency and scaleServe as the People team subject matter expert on systems capabilities, data flows, and reportingData Security, Compliance & IntegrityEnsure employee and company data is handled safely, securely, and in compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., SOC2, ISO, GDPR, internal controls)Partner closely with IT, Security, and Finance to maintain strong data governance practicesEstablish and enforce data accuracy, access controls, documentation, and audit readinessPeople Analytics, Dashboards & InsightsBuild and maintain People dashboards and analytics that surface real time insights across hiring, headcount, turnover, performance, compensation, engagement, and DEIEnable leadership and department level dashboards to monitor trends, risks, and leading indicatorsTranslate data into clear insights and signals for what's coming—not just what has happenedCompensation Planning & AnalysisPartner on company wide compensation planning, modeling, and analysisOwn compensation data integrity, cycle execution, and reportingSupport market benchmarking, internal equity analysis, and long term rewards strategy through data driven insightsPeople Team Operations & Project ManagementOwn core People team project planning, timelines, dependencies, and executionEnsure people data, documentation, and processes remain accurate and up to dateCreate scalable operating rhythms, documentation, and operational standards across the functionOperational Excellence & InfrastructureDesign and continuously improve the operational infrastructure of the People functionEstablish workflows, playbooks, and metrics that support efficiency, accuracy, and consistencyAnticipate scaling needs and proactively evolve systems and processes ahead of growthLocation and Work EnvironmentThis is a hybrid role based out of our Reston, Virginia office, which serves as their headquarters and is home to our People and Culture teamThe role follows an in-office schedule on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (for all staff in this office), with flexibility to work remote on Wednesday and FridayWe offer company provided lunches weekly for employees in the officeFree on-site parking is available for all staff at our Reston locationAbout the Company:Our client is a leader in explainable and trustworthy artificial intelligence designed to power mission-critical decisions in enterprises, government, and regulated industries. Their end-to-end AI platform provides secure, auditable AI solutions tailored to sectors where transparency, accuracy, and compliance are paramount. Available across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, reduces bias, strengthens data integrity, and simplifies model oversight so organizations can rely on trusted AI decisions in high-stakes settings that impact society's most sensitive and vital systems. Trusted by leading enterprises and government agencies, they partner with defense, finance, telecom, and critical infrastructure leaders to enable AI solutions that drive real-world results with unmatched transparency and control. They are a team of strategic thinkers and problem-solvers tackling the toughest challenges facing critical infrastructure and global enterprises through best-in-class AI models and customer deployment. Their team operates with unwavering commitment to our core values and mission:Driven by outcomes—our customers' success is what we strive for every day.Believe trust is earned, which is why we build explainability and transparency into the entire AI lifecycle.Take their responsibility to deliver secure AI seriously.Believe innovation drives progress, we are building the technologies that power the systems our society depends on.Company Benefits:Working with a talented and collaborative team to solve the toughest AI challenges through innovation.Competitive salaryCompany investment in training, certifications, and your professional developmentCompany Bonus PlanEmployee Equity Program401k Retirement plan with matchingMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your familyLife Insurance / DisabilityUnlimited PTO14 Paid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Program