Spry Methods, Inc.
Chief Operating Officer
TLDR
Oversee all aspects of technology within the organization, enhance profitability through tech efficiency, and lead innovations to improve organizational performance.
Company Overview
Spry brings a unique blend of proven service delivery, scalable and agile corporate infrastructure, and the ability to recruit and retain the best and brightest in the industry to support our customers. The Spry team engages in exciting and rewarding opportunities that challenge their abilities, in an atmosphere that encourages both personal and professional growth, fostering a positive and energetic work environment.
Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview):
Spry Methods is in search of a Chief Operating Officer to join our team in McLean, VA.
What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):
Oversees all aspects of technology within organization
Help departments use technology profitably
Supervise system infrastructure to ensure functionality and efficiency
Analyze data to facilitate operations and ensure data protection and privacy
Monitor KPIs and IT budgets to assess technological performance
Use stakeholders’ feedback to inform necessary improvements and adjustments to technology
Communicate technology strategy to partners and investors
Creates policies around technology infrastructure
Communicate technology strategies internally and externally
Provide guidance on how an organization can fulfill unmet customer needs
Increase business opportunities and open new markets (e.g. Establish Phase 3 SIBR)
Promote the growth of an innovation culture with a global objective
Improve the efficiency and the performance of the organizations to produce innovation
Improve results of innovation process and contributes to monitor the return of investments made in innovation
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):
Advanced Technical Degree (BS or MA) and/or 15+ years of industry specific experience
Proven experience as a CTO or similar leadership role solving hard problems for customers and making oral presentations
Knowledge of technological trends to build strategy including cyber security, AI/ML, Leading Edge Technologies
Ability to conduct technological analyses and research
Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
Understanding of budgets and business-planning
Excellent communication skills oral and written
Leadership and organizational abilities
Strategic thinking, planning, and problem-solving aptitude
Perks of Working for Us (Benefits):
Medical Coverage – United Healthcare - 3 Options
- Traditional - POS Choice Plus Network
- HDHP - POS Choice Plus Network
- HDHP - EPO Choice Network
Vision Coverage – VSP - Vision Service Plan
Dental Coverage – Guardian Dental - PPO Premier Plan or Value Plan
Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year
Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education
401 (k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match
For our full list of benefits, please visit http://www.sprymethods.com/careers/benefits/
EEO Statement
At Spry, we believe talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. We are committed to crafting a diverse and inclusive workplace that endorses engagement, creativity, quality and innovation.
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.
Benefits
Education Stipend
Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education
Health Insurance
Dental Coverage – Guardian Dental - PPO Premier Plan or Value Plan
Other Benefit
401 (k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match
Paid Time Off
Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year
Spry Methods, Inc. delivers specialized cybersecurity services and software solutions aimed at optimizing information systems for government clients. Our focus on mission-critical support ensures that we meet the unique demands of a high-stakes environment, combining agile infrastructure with top-tier talent to enhance system performance and security.