18 Process Optimization jobs in Fairfax

We are seeking a skilled and results-oriented Corporate Lean & Six Sigma Black Belt to lead strategic process improvement initiatives across multiple business units. This role is ideal for a proven change agent with a strong foundation in Lean methodologies and Six Sigma principles, capable of driving high-impact projects that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and deliver measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to embed continuous improvement into the organization’s culture and operations.

• Lead enterprise-wide Lean and Six Sigma projects with a focus on operational excellence and cost reduction
• Identify areas for improvement through data analysis, stakeholder input, and strategic planning
  

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with business goals
• Manage timelines, resources, and communication to ensure successful project execution
  

• Serve as a mentor and coach for Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Facilitate training sessions to build organizational capability in continuous improvement
  

• Partner with leaders in operations, supply chain, quality, and engineering to identify opportunities and implement solutions
• Lead change management initiatives and promote a culture of accountability and innovation
  

• Experience leading Lean and Six Sigma projects at the corporate or multi-site level
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proven ability to influence across all levels of an organization
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Prior background in manufacturing, operations, or process engineering preferred
  

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business is a plus
  

• Annual salary of $120,000, plus 10% annual bonus eligibility
• Three weeks of PTO with the possibility to negotiate up to four weeks
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunity to lead high-visibility projects that directly impact business success
• A collaborative work culture committed to excellence and continuous improvement
  

Burlington offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and community charm. It’s a hub for innovation and manufacturing, where industry leaders value operational excellence and employee development. Working here means contributing to meaningful, enterprise-level change in an environment that supports professional growth and work-life balance.

The general salary range for this position is $44,300-62,100. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education. Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist for the Trust/Estate team within the Office of the General Counsel. In this position you will optimize processes, as needed, and instill a culture of continuous improvement throughout the Trust/Estate team/department by working collaboratively with the that team in analyzing and optimizing processes. Responsibilities: •Identify performance metrics to capture relevant data to demonstrate the effectiveness of each process improvement engagement, Measure, analyze, and evaluate existing processes, collect data to identify root causes, perform cost benefit analysis, and identify improvement opportunities develop metrics to measure critical success factors; •Lead the teams on projects that focus on reducing waste, balancing risk, streamlining processes, and where applicable, enhancing customer satisfaction, Lead on multiple projects, studying ways to make improvements to one or many steps to increase productivity, reduce costs, improve time management, or make needed changes to other aspects of the process; •Participate in the development, improvement, implementation, and training of standardized process improvement methods to team members; •Facilitate process improvement meetings and workshops, including business process reengineering sessions, brainstorming sessions, and various process improvement events, as needed, or requested; •Create & present a project storyboard to clearly explain what, why & how the project will be completed; •Create both paper and database files for new estate matters including entering basic information into database; scanning relevant documents into database; searching Humane World for Animals membership database for record(s) and entering applicable information and history into files. Forward new file to designated member of the estate administration team or further action and provide necessary information to other departments, including Philanthropy and Accounting; •Receive estate/trust account statements, update account balance in required database files and, based upon pre-established guidelines, file statements, forward to designated member of the estate administration team, and/or provide information to Accounting department. Assist estate administration team with matters related to the annual review by outside auditors; •Receive and review for clarity all K-1 Schedules and Forms 1099 before forwarding to accounting and filing. Record all incoming checks and update appropriate database with date deposited or forwarded; •Regularly monitor estates/trusts email folder, forward information to designated member of the estate administration team for any further action. On request, obtain additional information from, or provide information to, insurance/annuity companies, financial institutions, estate fiduciaries, attorneys, Humane World for Animals and Humane World for Animals affiliate employees, etc. Receive and process all incoming estate-related mail; •Maintain current database files and lists for all estates and related matters. Qualifications and Requirements: • Two (2) years Administrative Assistant experience (preferably in legal environment); • High School Diploma with the equivalent experience; • Excellent organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detail with respect to documents and files; • Ability to handle sensitive materials and information with discretion and confidentiality; • Ability to work efficiently with a very large number of files daily, the ability to manage multiple and often changing priorities and issues of varying complexity, while meeting time sensitive deadlines and deliverables; •Excellent use of the English language, organizational, and oral and written communication skills. Attention to detail and commitment to excellence, demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes; •Ability to communicate successfully, effectively, and diplomatically with people of all educational and experience levels; •Proficient in the latest version of Microsoft Office, particularly using Microsoft Word and Excel. Proficient in a ROI database application preferred. Ability to learn new software programs as needed; •Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member; •Ability to identify underlying issues in complex situations and resolve problems creatively, effectively, and proactively; •Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently, as part of a team, and with all levels of the organization. Flexibility with willingness to learn and anticipates the needs of self and staff; •Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive; • Ability to move/lift to and including 30 pounds. This position is located in the DC Metro area and must be able to work 3 days a week in our Washington DC office. Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Senior Process Improvement Consultant will lead stakeholder engagement and technical delivery for efforts supporting federal agencies with IT controls assessments and program evaluations. This is an ideal role for someone with an information security and assurance or IT audit background who is looking to utilize their skills to work with the federal government to analyze IT control weaknesses, identify root causes, and develop remediation plans.

Responsibilities include some or all of the following:

• Performing assessments of IT controls using industry-standard guidance and leading best practices
• Conducting interviews and discussions with a variety of client stakeholders, including IT system personnel such as Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) and system administrators
• Reviewing and analyzing documents and artifacts to assist in IT controls testing such as system security plans, SOPs, audit logs, configuration scans, and vulnerability scans
• Evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of IT controls using provided artifacts against federal requirements, industry guidance, and leading best practices
• Documenting the results of IT controls testing in a consistent and high-quality manner that would allow others to review and understand the results
• Summarizing and communicating IT controls assessment results to a variety of client stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Understanding and analyzing known IT control weaknesses, identifying root causes, and developing detailed remediation plans
• Providing subject matter expertise to client personnel on a wide range of matters relating to IT security and assurance
• Responding to ad-hoc IT security-related requests from client personnel
• Planning and executing day-to-day activities of IT assessments and evaluations individually and for the team
• Mentoring junior team members in day-to-day IT controls testing responsibilities

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and CURRENT TOP SECRET/SCI federal security clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree in a Business or Technical field
• Three (3) or more years of experience in information technology, cybersecurity, and/or information assurance
• Experience in consulting with the federal government to include senior government clients
• Understanding and knowledge of federal information security and assurance laws, requirements, and guidance

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Relevant certification such as the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in IT risk and controls through IT audits, IT controls assessments, or IT security reviews
• Demonstrated ability and working knowledge of: FISMA, NIST SP 800 series, FISCAM, other relevant federal information assurance laws, regulations, and guidance
• Experience performing: FISMA, OMB Circular A-123, or similar internal control assessments
• Experience implementing or auditing access and account management principles, including authorization, provisioning, recertification, and separation of duties
• Experience implementing or auditing contingency planning principles, including backups, testing of backups, and alternate processing sites
• Experience implementing or auditing configuration management principles, including configuration baseline concepts, baseline deviations, baseline maintenance, change control, and monitoring, and industry-accepted configuration settings such as DISA STIGs
• Experience performing audit logging and monitoring, including generation of audit logs, use of audit log aggregation and analysis tools, and audit log monitoring and review

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse:

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