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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Posted 28d ago
Apply by Jul 1
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for business and program support functions, including HR, Finance, IT, and Logistics, at the Savannah River Site. Acts as a key advisor to senior executives to shape corporate policies and ensure operational excellence within a federal contracting environment.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in a business-related field and at least 12 years of business management experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership role. Must have deep expertise in federal contracting (FAR, CAS, DCAA) and the ability to obtain a DOE 'Q' security clearance.
Full job description
Posted Date
7/15/2026
Posted Min Pay Rate
Other Compensation
Commensurate with related education, skills, and training
Position Grade
X/04
Exemption Status
Exempt
Overview
The Opportunity
Centerra-Savannah River Site (SRS) is seeking a visionary, high-caliber executive to serve as the Program Support Division Director at the SRS in Aiken, South Carolina. This pivotal role delivers strategic leadership, executive direction, and comprehensive administrative oversight for all business and program support functions supporting critical national security infrastructure.
Operating within a highly regulated federal government contracting environment, the Division Director serves as a key advisor to senior executive leadership. You will shape corporate policies, long-range goals, and business strategies designed to maintain operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and maximum efficiency. If you are an accomplished executive with a sophisticated understanding of federal contracting, government cost accounting, complex logistics, and human capital strategy, this is an extraordinary opportunity to drive a mission-critical program forward.
Core Pillars of Impact
1. Strategic Leadership & Business Advisory
Program Oversight: Directs and oversees the operations of several key administrative and operational departments, including Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Accounting/Finance, Contract Administration, Information Technology, and Logistics (transportation, vehicle/radio maintenance, and supply).
Executive Advisory: Partner closely with the Deputy General Manager and executive stakeholders to formulate long-term organizational goals, business strategies, and operational policies.
Risk & Business Continuity: Conduct rigorous risk assessments and execute robust business continuity plans to mitigate operational, legal, and financial exposures in a federal contracting setting.
Organizational Scaling: Evaluate, modify, and scale division structures and workflows to optimize resource allocation, reduce operational overhead, and support dynamic program requirements.
2. Human Capital Strategy & Compensation
Compensation Governance: Provide strategic leadership for the organization's compensation planning processes (exempt and non-exempt), including market pricing, salary structure administration, merit increases, and promotional adjustments.
Strategic Talent Acquisition: Direct the company’s recruitment and retention strategy to secure and onboard top-tier cleared personnel in a highly competitive market.
3. Financial Stewardship & Contract Compliance
Regulatory Oversight: Ensure absolute compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and the Service Contract Act (SCA).
Audit Readiness: Drive the financial health of the program by guiding the accounting department through rigorous government audits (DCAA/DCMA), indirect cost-rate applications, and strict budget adherence.
Contract Negotiation: Serve as the primary administrative liaison with corporate management and NNSA/DOE contracting officers, establishing, negotiating, and administering business services to exceed contractual obligations.
4. Information Technology Governance Focus:
IT Governance & Systems Alignment: Establish and oversee the information technology governance framework, policies, standards, and controls to ensure the security, integrity, compliance, and effective management of enterprise technology resources and IT frameworks.
Cybersecurity Oversight: Guide and supervise the organization's cybersecurity program, ensuring the absolute protection of information systems, critical infrastructure, and digital assets through effective governance, proactive risk management, and rapid incident response.
Data Protection & Federal Compliance: Apply robust knowledge of cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST controls) and manage secure system integrations necessary to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and sensitive government contractor data.
5. Enterprise Logistics & Infrastructure
Logistical Frameworks: Manage complex logistical frameworks, ensuring that company transportation assets, communications systems (including radio maintenance), and inventory/supply chains are fully operational, compliant, and integrated.
Mission-Critical Security Support: Oversee the operational readiness of specialized equipment and logistical support necessary to maintain secure, high-tempo operations across the Savannah River Site.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities & Other Requirements
Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate
Required Education & Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
Leadership Experience: At least twelve (12) years of progressively responsible business management experience, with a minimum of five (5) years serving in a senior leadership or director-level capacity.
Federal Contracting Expertise: Direct experience managing business operations within a federal government contracting environment, with a demonstrated history of ensuring compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements.
Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of government cost accounting and auditing practices required to successfully pass rigorous federal audits and manage complex rate structures.
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a highly sensitive Department of Energy (DOE) "Q" security clearance.
Desired Education, Experience, & Certifications:
Advanced Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Management/Finance, Juris Doctor (JD), or an equivalent advanced degree.
Prime Contractor Experience: Fifteen (15) or more years of executive-level management experience supporting a prime federal contractor, preferably within a DOE/NNSA or Department of Defense (DoD) security, logistics, or facilities operations environment.
Professional Credentials: Active professional certifications demonstrating mastery across core administrative disciplines, such as:
Finance/Accounting: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Contracts: Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
Human Resources: SHRM-SCP or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)
Project Management: Project Management Professional (PMP)
Additional Info
Interview Process:
The interview process will consist of a Panel Interview.
Selection and Notification:
All applicants will be notified of the receipt of their resume. Due to our comprehensive selection process, it may take up to 60 days for this position to be filled. Internal applicants who are not selected for an interview will be notified in writing. Candidates who are selected for an interview will be notified of the final disposition. A standing list will be established for this position in accordance with SP 1-2510. Applicants not selected for the position may reapply for other advertised vacancies within the Company.
External applicants must successfully complete a National Crime Information Check and Phase I (verification of references, employment, education, traffic, criminal background, and credit history) and Phase II (medical exam and drug screen) of the pre-employment process prior to report date. As a condition of employment and to complete the required pre-employment check, either a U.S. passport or an original, certified birth certificate must be provided.
For more information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Department at 803-952-9233 or 803-952-7600.
Centerra-Savannah River Site (SRS) is an independent entity of Centerra Group LLC a Constellis company.
Since 1983, our quality-driven Protective Force has provided the expertise to protect the Savannah River Site nuclear Materials, the environment, Site employees, and the surrounding communities, in a safe, cost-effective manner. We understand the importance of SRS to our National Security, and protecting the Site requires dedicated, vigilant and well-trained security professionals. The SRS missions are crucial to National Security and protecting the Site required dedicated, vigilant and well-trained security professionals with state-of-the-art weaponry, training and tactics.
Our focus is to ensure Site operations are not disrupted by criminal or terrorist acts, while protecting Site employees, sensitive information and nuclear materials in a safe and cost-effective manner.
Our employees demonstrate a commitment to professional service every day. Although we plan and train for unexpected events that may pose a threat to the Site, it is the day-to-day performance of our dedicated employees that drive our organization.
Mission First...People Always defines our approach at the Savannah River Site. The security of the Site is our mission and that is our top priority. However, the people of Centerra are our most important resource. We value not only their talents and expertise but also their input as we strive for continuous improvement.
Centerra, along with our employees and partner organizations are committed to performance excellence and we look forward to continued success in the future.
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