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Job Description:
Ready for a challenge that will keep you at the forefront of cyberspace operations? Are you an experienced professional who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment working with a collaborative team? If so, apply today and be part of a team that supports USCYBERCOM’s diverse missions, enabling critical cyberspace operations and advancing national security objectives.
The successful candidate will bring a strong background in cyber operations, mission integration, and cross-functional leadership, and will be a key contributor to the command’s success .
What You'll Be Doing:
Serve as the senior tactical lead, customer coordination lead, and mission area integrator supporting operational execution across assigned mission/customer areas
Coordinate task leads, monitor tactical delivery, and maintain customer engagement
Identify emerging issues and integrate operational execution across complex technical environments
Demonstrate operational maturity, technical awareness, strong customer engagement skills, and the ability to coordinate execution across multiple stakeholders in dynamic mission environments
Oversee daily operations and ensure efficient workflow across technical and mission teams
Develop, implement, and optimize operational processes and procedures to improve mission effectiveness
Manage resource allocation, including personnel, tools, and technology, to support operational requirements
Monitor and report on operational metrics, performance indicators, and delivery outcomes to leadership
Support operational planning, scheduling, and prioritization to align with mission objectives
Lead operational risk management, including identification, mitigation, and escalation of issues
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team
Minimum Qualifications:
Active TS/SCI
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant discipline, or equivalent operational experience (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
Minimum of 8 years supporting DoD, IC, cyber, or operational mission environments
Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams
Strong customer engagement and communication skills
Experience supporting large operational programs or government contracts
Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced mission environments
Strong organizational, coordination, and operational leadership skills
Ability to identify and escalate operational risks early
Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration platforms
Experience with operational reporting, process improvement, and resource management
Preferred Qualifications:
Active TS/SCI w/Poly
Experience supporting USCYBERCOM, NSA, DoD cyber operations, or related mission environments
Experience supporting CPFF government contracts
PMP certification or equivalent operational leadership experience
Experience leading technical or operational teams
Experience coordinating subcontractor personnel
Experience supporting capability development environments
Familiarity with operational PMO structures and governance
Prior military, government civilian, or defense contractor operational leadership experience
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph clearance prior to the start date.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI
- Ability to obtain Top Secret SCI with Polygraph prior to start date
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent operational experience
- Minimum of 8 years supporting DoD, IC, cyber, or operational mission environments
- Experience coordinating cross-functional technical teams
- Strong customer engagement and communication skills
- Experience supporting large operational programs or government contracts
- Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced mission environments
- Strong organizational, coordination, and operational leadership skills
- Ability to identify and escalate operational risks early
- Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration platforms
- Experience with operational reporting, process improvement, and resource management
- Active TS/SCI w/Poly (preferred)
- Experience supporting USCYBERCOM, NSA, DoD cyber operations (preferred)
- Experience supporting CPFF government contracts (preferred)
- PMP certification or equivalent operational leadership experience (preferred)
- Experience leading technical or operational teams (preferred)
- Experience coordinating subcontractor personnel (preferred)
- Experience supporting capability development environments (preferred)
- Familiarity with operational PMO structures and governance (preferred)
- Prior military, government civilian, or defense contractor operational leadership experience (preferred)
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
