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Peraton · 1 month ago

Executive Protocol Coordinator

US-VA-McLean

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$112K/yr - $179K/yr

10+ years exp

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence. The Executive Protocol Coordinator will coordinate and facilitate executive engagement activities in support of cabinet-level and senior executive leader government customers, managing the full lifecycle of senior-level engagements and events.

Information TechnologyRobotics

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Review and assess incoming invitations for executive-level external engagements, preparing coordination activities across all applicable customer stakeholders

Coordinate with customer stakeholders to gather context and requirements necessary for the successful coordination, facilitation, and execution of each engagement

Support executive secretariat staff in developing comprehensive briefing materials and engagement books for proposed and approved travel and events

Partner with protocol staff to ensure seamless day-of execution for visits, including coordination with security personnel and other support elements

Assist government and subject matter experts in planning, preparing, and executing executive foreign travel

Collaborate with the protocol government lead to develop and refine event concepts into polished, well-executed engagements appropriate for cabinet-level principals

Deliver all work products and event support with accuracy and professionalism, free of planning or logistical errors

Perform additional administrative or protocol-related duties as directed by government staff

Qualification

TS/SCI with PolygraphExecutive-level supportU.S. Intelligence Community knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyInteragency coordinationProofreadingOrganizational skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance

Bachelor's degree in National Security, International Relations, Foreign Affairs, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field

10+ years of experience providing direct support to executive-level leadership

In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Intelligence Community and federal government operations

Exceptional writing, grammar, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail

Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to balance multiple high-priority tasks

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to perform confidently and professionally with grace under pressure with minimal supervision

Strong communications skills and the ability to conduct clear and concise briefings for senior executive leadership

Familiarity with Agency communication systems

Proven ability to identify and protect sensitive information while engaging with diverse stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

Willingness to undergo additional vetting and sign a non-disclosure agreement

Preferred

Experience working in a senior executive or senior civilian service position (e.g., SNIS, DISES, SES)

Experience supporting senior executive or senior civilian service personnel (e.g., SNIS, DISES, SES)

Experience working in an executive protection capacity for cabinet level government leadership (e.g. Directors' Protective Staff, Diplomatic Security Service, U.S. Secret Service)

Experience working in an executive secretariat or protocol environment