Business Manager

 

Come and help defend the nation in cyberspace! In the Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, we research challenging technical problems in cyber security, develop new technologies, and prototype first-of-a-kind systems. We have particular focus on enabling human operators and improving operational systems, orienting our work toward strong practical impact.

 

We work across a variety of cutting-edge national-security applications:

• Enhancing the cyber security and resilience of critical infrastructure and other operational technology
• Quantifying risk posed by adversary cyber threats to key national security missions
• Helping the nation’s cyber operators do their jobs better, faster, and at greater scale
• Creating game-changing capabilities for defensive cyberspace operations
• Protecting and defending emerging U.S. systems for conducting Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2)
• Developing techniques to coordinate actions for emerging mission scenarios combining cyber and other mission domains such as air, land, sea, and space

 

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Manager to lead and oversee the business operations of our Cyber Operations & Analysis Technology Group. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic perspective to managing the group's financial, administrative, and operational affairs, ensuring alignment with the group's research goals and MIT Lincoln Laboratory's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic business plans and budgets in collaboration with group leadership to support research initiatives and project goals.
• Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
• Develop dashboards and tools (using SAP, Excel, or other appropriate software) that enable effective program-level awareness, forecasting, and decision making.
• In collaboration with group leadership, develop financial and resource management metrics and targets; track group-wide execution toward agreed upon targets and provide regular reporting for group and division management.
• Oversee contract management processes, ensuring compliance with government, sponsor, and MIT policies and regulations.
• Lead procurement functions, and support the group's operational efficiency.
• Review and edit statements of work (SOWs), memorandums of justification (MOJs), and associated program documentation for clarity of purpose; work with staff to ensure that SOWs and MOJs are clear and provide appropriate level of detail.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between the group and internal/external stakeholders, including government sponsors and industry partners.
• Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures to enhance the group's operational effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business management or administration, preferably in a research or technical environment.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with experience in budgeting, financial planning, and contract management.  Outstanding excel skills required.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects.
• Knowledge of government contracting and compliance requirements is highly desirable.

 

Why Join Us:

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, you will join a team of innovative and dedicated professionals committed to national security and technological advancement. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can grow your