CIO Event Planner

Red Gate Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

11 paid holidays

401(k) eligibility with generous match

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

100% company-paid life insurance and disability

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company is seeking a CIO Event Planner to organize and execute high-level events for the Defense Intelligence Agency. This role involves managing logistics for in-person and virtual engagements, overseeing project operations, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance and significant event planning or project management experience. The ideal applicant will have a Master’s degree or equivalent experience and skills in strategic communications. Comprehensive benefits offered, promoting employee growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 8+ years of event planning/project management experience required.
• Develop executive-level briefings and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and execute senior-level in-person and virtual events.
• Manage day-to-day contract support and project operations.
• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance on deliverables.
• Assist in managing contract performance and client interface.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Strategic communications

Technical editing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master’s degree in Communications/Event Management/related field

Bachelor’s degree plus additional related experience

Job description

Brief Description

We are seeking a CIO Event Planner to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) CIO, IT Integration Division (CIO-1). This position is responsible for the end‑to‑end organization, planning, coordination, and execution of senior‑level engagements and events across the CIO enterprise, while also supporting day‑to‑day contract operations, stakeholder coordination, and strategic communications.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, coordinate, and execute senior‑level in‑person and virtual events for the CIO organization, including conferences, town halls, road shows, symposiums, and summits, managing all logistics and stakeholder coordination.
• Provide day‑to‑day management of contract support operations, including organizing, directing, and coordinating planning and production of all contract support activities.
• Provide technical guidance to the project team and review the quality of all work products to ensure deliverables meet required standards for technical editing and compliance.
• Assist the Program Manager as required in managing contract performance, overseeing staffing, project planning, and maintaining the client interface at the COR level.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance (CI Poly preferred).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in event planning, project management, strategic communications, or a closely related field, with at least a portion of that experience within the last 2 years.
• Master’s degree in Communications, Event Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, or a Bachelor’s degree plus an additional 5 years of related senior experience (13 years total) may be substituted if no Master’s.
• Experience developing executive‑level briefings, presentations, read‑ahead materials, and stakeholder communications.

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has a reputation for delivering quality multi‑tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high‑quality, customer‑centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employees enjoy 100% company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work‑life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

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Additional Information

The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights.