Scientific Engagement Specialist III Security Clearance

Position: Scientific Engagement Specialist III with Security Clearance
Position title :
Scientific Engagement Specialist III Location :
Arlington, Virginia Clearance required : SECRET Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
* Planning & Policy Adherence:
The Contractor shall assist the Government Lead with event planning and site evaluations in strict accordance with all applicable Department policies and procedures.
* Logistics & Setup:
The Contractor shall manage event logistics (vendors, travel, and quotes) and ensure all physical and IT/AV room configurations are fully tested and completed in advance.
* Execution & Hospitality:
The Contractor shall manage day-of event execution, ensuring all materials, hospitality services, and room setups are completely finalized prior to guest arrival.
* Executive & VIP Support:
The Contractor shall provide comprehensive support for executive events, managing VIP logistics, security access, and coordination with the Protocol Officer.
* Reporting & Documentation:
The Contractor shall process all conference approval packages and attendance reports in accordance with official guidance and maintain historical event archives.
* Staffing & Service Level Agreement:
The Contractor shall maintain required on-site staffing, conduct daily check-ins, and meet all established response time metrics for communications and "pop-up" requests.
* IT & Security Compliance:
The Contractor shall exclusively use approved government (.mil) networks and software for official business, ensuring zero data transfer to contractor or personal accounts.
* Deadlines & Tracking:
The Contractor shall strictly adhere to all Government-established timelines and maintain a fully accessible central event calendar for all tasks and milestones. Qualifications
* A Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation or Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP) designation and have at least 5 years' experience in meeting planning (or similar experience).
* In lieu of the desired certificate, the Scientific Engagement Specialist III must have at least 7 years' experience as a conference/event planner.
* Demonstrated competence in all aspects of meeting/event planning.
* Ability to effectively plan, manage, and execute conferences and events.
* Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
* Thoroughly familiar and proficient with commercial software packages, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.