The Role
Perform complex database queries and rapid system adoption to support high-visibility missions. Collaborate with client QA/QC, recommend process improvements, handle data calls and quick-reaction tasks, train and mentor search team members, and communicate across management levels. Must possess active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph on day one.
Summary Generated by Built In
REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in Herndon, VA
We’re seeking a skilled Research & Operations Specialist who brings deep experience in complex database querying, rapid adaptation to new systems, and the operational discipline required to support high‑visibility mission needs. You’ll collaborate closely with client QA/QC teams, contribute to process improvements, and play a key role in training and mentoring new search team members.
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in Herndon, VA
We’re seeking a skilled Research & Operations Specialist who brings deep experience in complex database querying, rapid adaptation to new systems, and the operational discipline required to support high‑visibility mission needs. You’ll collaborate closely with client QA/QC teams, contribute to process improvements, and play a key role in training and mentoring new search team members.
Who We Are:
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
With a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities.
Join us and let's shape the future together!
Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
"Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.
With a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities.
Join us and let's shape the future together!
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
• Six or more years of experience searching/querying databases with the ability to quickly adjust to new systems
• Bachelor’s degree in any liberal arts, scientific or technical discipline will be considered equivalent to three (3) years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree is equivalent to an additional year of experience
• A driven self-starter who collaborates with client QA/QC staff and has the capability to recommend and to adapt to new processes
• Participates in the training of newly assigned search team members
• Must be a team player willing to collaborate and develop robust relationships with clients, colleagues and technical teams
• Skilled in time management with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and multitask in order to meet tight deadlines
• Goal oriented individual who is able to apply critical thinking and provide out of the box solutions
• Experience with data calls and quick reaction tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and various management levels delivering a proactive experience and approach to high quality services for all stake holders
• Must possess an active TS//SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment.
• Bachelor’s degree in any liberal arts, scientific or technical discipline will be considered equivalent to three (3) years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree is equivalent to an additional year of experience
• A driven self-starter who collaborates with client QA/QC staff and has the capability to recommend and to adapt to new processes
• Participates in the training of newly assigned search team members
• Must be a team player willing to collaborate and develop robust relationships with clients, colleagues and technical teams
• Skilled in time management with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and multitask in order to meet tight deadlines
• Goal oriented individual who is able to apply critical thinking and provide out of the box solutions
• Experience with data calls and quick reaction tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and various management levels delivering a proactive experience and approach to high quality services for all stake holders
• Must possess an active TS//SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences with or in the following are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work include:
• Prefer someone with degrees or experience in Information Management, Library Sciences or Records Management
• Experience with quick reaction tasks (for example, searches in response to litigation)
• Experience creating search terms using Boolean, Lucene or Structured Query Language.
• Prefer someone with degrees or experience in Information Management, Library Sciences or Records Management
• Experience with quick reaction tasks (for example, searches in response to litigation)
• Experience creating search terms using Boolean, Lucene or Structured Query Language.
What We Offer You
- Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite during core hours in Herndon, VA.
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About
At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (must have on day one)
- Six or more years of experience searching/querying databases and ability to quickly adjust to new systems
- Ability to collaborate with client QA/QC staff and recommend/adapt to new processes
- Participate in training of newly assigned search team members
- Team player able to develop strong relationships with clients, colleagues and technical teams
- Skilled in time management; prioritize competing tasks and multitask to meet tight deadlines
- Goal-oriented with critical thinking and problem-solving to provide out-of-the-box solutions
- Experience with data calls and quick reaction/search tasks
- Effective communication with peers and management to deliver high-quality services
- Bachelor's degree (or degree considered as experience equivalence)
- Master's degree (counts as additional experience equivalence)
- Degree or experience in Information Management, Library Sciences, or Records Management
- Experience creating search terms using Boolean, Lucene, or Structured Query Language
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The Company
What We Do
Ardent Principles, Inc. is a people-focused IT and management consulting firm for commercial and government clients, specializing in IT services and program management, and offering advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and staff augmentation.
