Business Operations Specialist – Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Overview

Location: Dayton, OH or Chantilly, VAEmployer: WiSC Enterprises, LLCClearance: Active Top Secret (TS/SCI strongly preferred)

About The Role

WiSC Enterprises is seeking a Business Operations Specialist (SME) to provide expert-level operational, administrative, and technical support to complex government programs and contracts. As a senior subject matter expert, you will bring leadership, insight, and strategic direction to some of the most demanding projects, ensuring efficient program execution and compliance with government standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert input and leadership on highly complex and mission-critical government programs.
• Understand and communicate program context, history, competing priorities, and stakeholder perspectives to drive informed decision-making.
• Formulate and implement strategic operational plans in coordination with senior government and contractor stakeholders.
• Streamline business, security, financial, and administrative processes to optimize program performance.
• Support contract execution by coordinating cross-functional activities, tracking deliverables, and implementing new initiatives.
• Oversee and advise on compliance with applicable government policies, procedures, and standards.
• Manage sensitive security-related processes (e.g., clearance tracking, visit requests, document handling).
• Support program and project reporting, risk tracking, and resource planning to ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Prepare and present operational updates, reports, and briefings for leadership and mission stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• Education and experience meeting SME-level requirements:
• PhD + 10 years of related experience, OR
• Master’s degree + 14 years of related experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 16 years of related experience.
• Extensive experience providing expert-level operational and business support to U.S. government programs or defense contracts.
• Strong knowledge of program management, contracting, and compliance in secure environments.
• Proven ability to lead initiatives, advise senior stakeholders, and manage complex priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce polished reports and briefings.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business/operations tools.

Desired Qualifications

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to shape mission outcomes on high-impact government programs.
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your expertise is valued and your work matters.