Consultant, Front Office Business Operations Security Clearance

Position: Consultant, Front Office Business Operations with Security Clearance
Position:
Advisory Consultant, Front Office Business Operations

Location:

Alexandria, VA (on-site 3-5 days/week) Clearance:
Active Secret Clearance Required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree required (MS preferred) Years of

Experience:

2+ years Overview:
The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment (ASD(S)) is the senior logistics official and principal advisor to the USD(A&S), DEPSECDEF, and SECDEF on logistics and materiel readiness across the Department of Defense. The ASD(S) prescribes policies for logistics, maintenance, materiel readiness, strategic mobility, product support, and sustainment; advises senior leaders and military departments; monitors and reviews relevant programs; and participates in the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution process within their areas of responsibility.

We are seeking candidates with the following skills and qualities:
* Close attention to detail and organizational skills.
* Experience managing office operations and administrative tasks.
* Ability to coordinate meetings, engagements, and logistics support.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Familiarity with DoD correspondence and task management systems (e.g., CATMS).
* Knowledge of federal records management and FOIA processes.
* Proficiency in updating web content and managing standard operating procedures.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively with senior leadership. Responsibilities:
* Administrative and Office Management:
Provide general administrative support and manage office operations, supplies, equipment, and visitor access.
* Meeting and Engagement Support:
Coordinate logistics for meetings and engagements, including setup, documentation, and follow-up on action items.
* FOIA and Information Management:
Process and track Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and maintain accurate records.
* Personnel Support:
Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes for staff.
* Drafting and Research:
Prepare draft correspondence, briefings, and supporting materials through research and coordination.
* Daily Executive Support:
Prepare and manage daily read-ahead materials for principals, including assembly, disassembly, and records management.
* Audit and Compliance Tracking:
Receive, track, and manage audit requests and reports, maintain master tracking lists for open recommendations, and ensure follow-up.
* Office Administration and Information Management:
Maintain and update personnel contact lists, email distribution lists, and manage website/social media content.
* Travel and Policy Guidance:
Respond to questions regarding travel regulations and review policy documents for accuracy and completeness.

Required Qualifications:

* Must be willing to go on-site in Alexandria up to 5 days a week.
* 2+ years' experience in administrative support and office management.
* 2+ years' experience preparing briefing materials, talking points, and strategic communications content.
* 2+ years' experience compiling reports, managing legislative or compliance-related documentation, tracking audit requests, compliance issues, and maintaining records.