Operations Manager​/Project Manager II

Operations Manager / Project Manager II CBP Technology Service Desk (TSD)

Location:

Ashburn, VA (National Capital Region) - Primarily remote (must reside within commuting distance)

Schedule:

Day shift; on‑call as needed for operational events

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Clearance Requirement: CBP Background Investigation (Unclassified)

At Aretec, Inc. we are catalysts for change within the federal government landscape. We specialize in advanced analytics, cybersecurity, data‑driven operations, and business optimization, helping federal agencies achieve their most critical missions. As a trusted prime contractor, Aretec delivers innovative, compliant, and high‑impact solutions that make a real difference.

Aretec is seeking an Operations Manager / Project Manager II to provide day‑to‑day operational leadership for the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Technology Service Desk (TSD). This role supports a large‑scale, multi‑site service desk operating across Ashburn, VA;
Orlando, FL; and San Antonio, TX and works closely with the Program Manager to ensure consistent performance, staffing coverage, and service quality across all locations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on operations leader with strong service desk supervisory experience and a customer‑focused mindset.

• Serve as the day‑to‑day operations manager for CBP TSD operations across all supported locations
• Continuously monitor call, chat, email, and ticket workflows and adjust staffing and assignments to mitigate impacts from volume spikes or staffing shortages
• Ensure appropriate supervisory coverage across all shifts and locations
• Identify and promptly report operational events, such as increased volumes or extended wait times, to the Government
• Produce after‑action reports for operational events, including root cause analysis, mitigation actions taken, and recommendations for improvement
• Ensure all work performed by contract personnel complies with established CBP TSD processes and procedures
• Support the preparation and delivery of daily CIO reports, daily metrics briefings, and weekly performance reports
• Support the Program Manager in all program management and operational oversight activities
• Manage onboarding and offboarding of contract staff in compliance with CBP policies and procedures

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in an IT service desk or technical support environment
• Highly customer‑focused, responsive, reliable, and detail‑oriented
• Strong managerial, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Sole U.S. citizenship required and ability to successfully pass a CBP Background Investigation (BI)

• ITIL v4 Foundation certification
• HDI Support Center Manager (SCM) certification
• Experience supporting 24x7 IT service desk operations
• Prior CBP or DHS experience
• Experience with Service Now and Amazon Connect
• Experience managing a remote or hybrid workforce

• Support a mission‑critical federal program with national‑level impact
• Work closely with senior program leadership in a collaborative environment
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Certification and Professional Development Support
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays

Aretec, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other protected status