Operations Associate

Core One

Sterling, VA

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in administrative or analytical support within national security or defense-related fields.

Best fit for

Candidates with administrative or operational support experience in national security or defense domains
— “Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational, and technical solutions to our Nation’s most complex national security challenges.”
Individuals who can adapt to evolving responsibilities and demonstrate process improvement capabilities
— “The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, a genuine willingness to learn, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.”
Those with a background in data management or clerical tasks involving contracts, finance, or security
— “Support operational activities across Contracts, Financial Planning & Analysis, Security, and Information Technology as assigned.”

Things to consider

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance, which involves extensive background checks
— “Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with document maintenance and data tracking in your resume and interview responses
— “Prepare, maintain, and organize operational records, reports, trackers, and documentation.”
Emphasize your ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively
— “Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.”
Showcase your familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, in your application materials
— “Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.”
Demonstrate your ability to learn new systems and processes quickly during interviews
— “Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and business concepts.”
Include examples of cross-functional collaboration from your past roles when applying
— “Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

support of departmental priorities
process improvement initiatives
maintenance of operational records

Typical background

0-2 years of professional experience in administrative or operational rolesstrong organizational skills

Skills & requirements

Required

Administrative SupportAnalytical TasksContract AdministrationFinancial PlanningSecurity Compliance

Preferred

IT Operations SupportClearance Administration

Stack & domain

Administrative SupportOperational SupportContract AdministrationFinancial PlanningSecurityInformation TechnologyData CollectionReport PreparationLabor TrackingStaffing AnalysisAsset TrackingAccount AdministrationInventory ManagementDocumentation MaintenanceAttention To DetailJudgmentWillingness To LearnMultiple PrioritiesCommunicationConfidentialityNational SecurityContracts

About the role

Original posting from Core One via Greenhouse

Core One seeks an Operations Associate to provide administrative, analytical, and operational support across key Company functions, including Contracts, Financial Planning & Analysis, Security, and Information Technology. This position supports the execution of departmental priorities, contributes to process improvement initiatives, maintains operational records and reporting, and performs a variety of activities that keep the business running efficiently.
The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, a genuine willingness to learn, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role offers broad exposure to operational functions, with the opportunity to develop deeper expertise in one or more disciplines over time.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Support operational activities across Contracts, Financial Planning & Analysis, Security, and Information Technology as assigned.
Prepare, maintain, and organize operational records, reports, trackers, and documentation.
Support onboarding, offboarding, personnel actions, visitor requests, access requests, and other administrative processes.
Assist with contract administration, including maintaining contract files, tracking deliverables, monitoring reporting requirements, and supporting document preparation.
Support Financial Planning & Analysis through data collection, report preparation, labor tracking, staffing analysis, and other analytical tasks.
Assist Security personnel with clearance administration, visit requests, training records, compliance documentation, inspections, and related activities.
Support Information Technology operations through asset tracking, account administration, inventory management, documentation maintenance, and coordination with internal and external support providers.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive company, personnel, contractual, financial, and security-related information.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of Operations objectives.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
0–2 years of professional experience in administrative, operational, analytical, or business support functions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and business concepts.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Contract Management, Security Studies, or a related field.
Active Secret clearance or higher.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $70,000
About Core One
Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational, and technical solutions to our Nation’s most complex national security challenges. To achieve that mission, Core One puts people first and is made up of outstanding professionals from across the national security community. Because we’re committed to attracting top talent, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance.
Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Source: Core One careers (Greenhouse)