Briefing Coordinator

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

SPA has an immediate need for a Briefing Coordinator to support DARPA's Director's Office onsite in Arlington, VA.

The DARPA Director's Front Office is looking for an action-oriented candidate to support technical writing, briefing coordination, and general support to office leadership. Responsibilities include creating briefs and speeches that explain complex technical ideas to a variety of audiences in a clear and concise manner. Support will also include designing, coordinating, and editing content across DARPA for external visitors. Examples of work product include responses to inquiries from DoD Components, Congress, and interested stakeholders; PowerPoint slide decks; technical briefs; and program descriptions. Responsibilities will include management of Agency-wide processes to ensure consistency in messaging. Will apply the ability to grasp the strategic-level understanding of any DARPA program, manage messaging, and stay detail-oriented across a variety of high-visibility projects.

Required:

Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience staffing and advising DoD/IC, Cabinet, or Executive Office officials on defense, dual-use technology, or national security matters
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic professional services environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong PowerPoint skills
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired:

• Master's/Graduate degree