Operations and Training Director

Director of Operations & Training

Company Overview:
At Cen Core Group, we elevate security solutions beyond the industry standard to our exclusive Cen Core standard. As a top-tier provider in the rapidly evolving intelligence community, Cen Core Group is at the forefront of designing, building, securing, and maintaining AI ecosystems where big technology meets national security. With a track record of proven performance in the Nat Sec space, we have become the trusted source for insight, analysis, and the implementation of both physical and digital security solutions.

Our company is experiencing massive growth, driven by our strong leadership and exceptional work culture. We are currently seeking a reliable, cleared professional to join our dedicated team.

Job Summary:

The Director - Operations & Training is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic oversight, and operational integrity of access control services supporting an Intelligence Community customer. This position ensures the contract's success by delivering exceptional site performance, maintaining compliance with IC security protocols (including ICD 705), and developing a robust, compliant training framework tailored for a cleared workforce. The Director will oversee all SCA-covered access control personnel, site managers, and training leads, while serving as the primary interface with government security stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary POC for the customer's COR, COTR, and physical security officers.
• Deliver contract briefings, staffing updates, incident reports, and performance metrics regularly to government stakeholders.
• Respond swiftly to escalated operational concerns or emergency response incidents at secure locations.
• Lead daily contract operations across multiple secure IC facilities, ensuring access control personnel adhere to customer standards and SOPs.
• Direct SCA-compliant staffing models, including scheduling, post coverage, and shift management across 24/7/365 operations.
• Design and manage a training program tailored to IC mission environments, including post orders, secure facility access protocols, prohibited item detection, and counterintelligence awareness.
• Implement an inspection-ready quality control program across all sites, ensuring adherence to SOPs and contractual metrics.
• Oversee site supervisors, training coordinators, and access control leads across geographically dispersed secure facilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience managing government or intelligence access control operations.
• 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing SCA personnel in a secure environment.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required at time of hire.
• Strong knowledge of physical security practices, contractor onboarding, post operations, and IC security standards.

Work Travel &

Physical Requirements:

• May require local and occasional CONUS travel between IC campuses (up to 25%).
• On-call availability during after-hours emergencies or customer escalations.
• Frequent presence required at customer site(s) to oversee operations and staff performance.

Cencore Group is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. If you possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for the position of Operations & Training Director with our esteemed organization.