IT Operations Process Manager
Location: Richmond, VA
Duration: ~6 months (Contract)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated IT Operations Process Manager with strong experience in process management, data analysis, IT controls, and cyber/access management. This role is responsible for independently managing key operational processes, ensuring compliance and control effectiveness, and driving data-backed process improvements across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate brings a strong technical aptitude, governance mindset, and the ability to manage structured workflows while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, transparency, and control outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Process & Operational Management
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Independently manage recurring operational activities with high accuracy and compliance.
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Ensure defensible evidence is collected and maintained to support control and audit requirements.
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Maintain up-to-date job aids, procedures, and documentation.
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Apply structured process management methodologies (CTQs, KPIs, SIPOCs, Swimlanes, RACIs, process health monitoring).
Data & Continuous Improvement
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Collect, analyze, and maintain process-related data to ensure transparency and health monitoring.
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Leverage tools such as Google Sheets and SQL to reduce manual effort and improve process reliability.
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Identify inefficiencies, risks, or control gaps and recommend data-backed improvements.
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Analyze throughput and performance metrics to enhance operational effectiveness.
Risk, Governance & Audit Support
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Ensure processes align with IT risk and governance standards.
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Identify and remediate potential non-compliance gaps.
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Support audit activities including walkthroughs and evidence collection.
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Maintain control integrity while enabling operational efficiency.
Technical & Systems Engagement
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Understand system interactions across application, server, and data layers.
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Interpret how APIs, file transfers, and system integrations support controls.
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Provide Level 1 support to internal stakeholders navigating operational processes.
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Escalate issues appropriately to Level 2/3 teams with clear documentation and recommended actions.
Cyber & Access Management
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Apply knowledge of cybersecurity and access management concepts.
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Ensure access controls and processes comply with documented standards.
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Support compliant end-user access provisioning while mitigating inappropriate access risk.
Required Qualifications
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Strong understanding of process management frameworks (CTQs, KPIs, SIPOCs, Swimlanes, RACIs, control charts, throughput monitoring).
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Knowledge of IT risk, governance, and compliance fundamentals.
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Experience executing and designing structured workflows.
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Technical understanding of system interactions (APIs, file transfers, multi-layer applications).
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Strong data analysis skills using:
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Google Sheets (IF statements, error handling, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, QUERY, pivoting, charting)
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SQL (executing, modifying, and creating queries)
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Experience documenting procedures and producing structured reports.
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Understanding of cybersecurity and access management concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
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Yellow Belt certification or process improvement training.
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Experience supporting internal audits, controls, or risk remediation initiatives.
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Experience with end-to-end process mapping and operational optimization.
Key Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Detail-oriented with high quality standards
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Process-driven and control-focused mindset
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Ability to operate independently in a technical environment
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Clear communicator able to translate complex process issues into actionable improvements