Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is the strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer, responsible for translating the company's vision and national security mission into a high-performance operating model.

The COO oversees core operational and growth functions, acting as the "go-to" leader for business transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will integrate the company's functions, focusing on building capability, scaling operations to support growth within the national security market, and fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the enterprise. Success will be measured by achievement of increased enterprise value.
Responsibilities include:

Strategic Execution and Vision Enablement

• Translate the CEO's vision and strategic direction into operational plans and measurable outcomes.
• Institutionalize a culture of continuous improvement to enhance mission readiness and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement systems, processes, and personnel structures that align with growth objectives and operational excellence.

Operational Leadership and Management

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management that reflect Cydecor's core values of People, Mission, and Excellence.
• Own P&L accountability, ensuring alignment between cost structure, resource deployment, and growth targets.
• Lead, integrate, and optimize the corporate cross-functional operating model (e.g., growth engine, assured program delivery, risk management, talent management, financial management, etc.).

Capability Building and Sustainable Growth

• Build organizational capability and secure the resources necessary to meet top-line growth and bottom-line performance objectives.
• Drive process optimization and operational efficiencies to ensure scalability and sustainable growth.
• Partner internally and externally to drive and win new business.
  

Leadership and People Development

• Motivate and lead a high-performance team; attract, recruit, and retain top talent aligned with Cydecor's mission and culture.
• Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment throughout the organization.
• Hold managers accountable for execution, deliverables, and development of their teams.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the link between internal operations and external customers, partners, and stakeholders.
• Maintain close relationships with clients and industry partners to inform proactive strategy and ensure satisfaction.
• Represent Cydecor externally with professionalism and credibility.
  

Cross-Functional Leadership and Alignment

• Build strong relationships with the executive leadership team and manage relationships upward (CEO/Board), downward (workforce), and outward (suppliers, contractors).
• Champion a data-driven culture, utilizing analytical and predictive insights to drive informed decision-making.
• Ensure accountability and effective resource allocation across business units to support strategic priorities.