KLE Planning Analyst (SECRET) — MARCENT Engagement Lead

Obsidian Solutions Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsidian Solutions Group is seeking a Key Leadership Engagement (KLE) Planning Analyst to provide coordination support to the MARCENT Plans and Policy Directorate (G-5), managing the MARCENT KLE Program and Commander’s AOR travel at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. This role requires Active Secret clearance and on-site work at the base.

The ideal candidate will assist in program management, prepare executive-level trip materials, maintain KLE documentation, and coordinate with CENTCOM branches and CAG to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of engagement coordination or staff planning experience.
• Experience preparing executive-level trip and engagement materials preferred.
• Active Secret clearance required; strong organizational, writing, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management of the MARCENT KLE Program, ensuring alignment with CENTCOM Commander's priorities.
• Coordinate with the CENTCOM TSC Branch, KLE Branch, and Commander's Action Group (CAG).
• Maintain MARCENT KLE-related web pages, historical files, and required documentation.
• Assist the KLE Officer in preparing KLE plans and coordinate COMUSMARCENT AOR trip requirements.
• Maintain oversight of HQMC KLEs to the CENTCOM AOR; track COMUSMARCENT AOR and NCR KLEs.
• Prepare Trip Books for the Commander and Staff, including talking points, scene setters, biographies, and AARs.
• Coordinate KLE quarterly reviews with the MARCENT SC Branch; update and track KLE actions on the CENTCOM KLE Portal and Calendar.
• Attend planning conferences/working groups and provide IPRs, assessments, briefs, and information papers.

Skills

Engagement coordination

Staff planning

Executive writing

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Obsidian Solutions Group is seeking a Key Leadership Engagement (KLE) Planning Analyst to provide coordination support to the MARCENT Plans and Policy Directorate (G-5), managing the MARCENT KLE Program and Commander’s AOR travel at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. This role requires Active Secret clearance and on-site work at the base.

The ideal candidate will assist in program management, prepare executive-level trip materials, maintain KLE documentation, and coordinate with CENTCOM branches and CAG to