Senior Executive Assistant to Defense Office

Ara; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the Secretary of War in developing and applying cutting-edge technology.

You will assist in compiling and routing technical documents and will arrange travel and support staff with issues from ARA facilities in the National Capital Region, on-site; telecommuting when approved. This contingent role starts in fall 2026 and requires DoD SECRET clearance with willingness to pursue

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience OR 16+ years of experience providing administrative assistance to government agencies
• DoD SECRET clearance with willingness to apply for and obtain a TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent verbal/written communications skills
• Experience passing clearances within the DoD and IC environments
• Good time management

Responsibilities

• Official travel coordination and use of the Defense Travel System (DTS) to facilitate personnel travel
• Documentation tracking, correspondence & information management
• Event, Meeting & Protocol Support
• Protocol & Office Administration

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 16+ years exp

Tools

Defense Travel System

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Executive Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the Secretary of War in developing and applying cutting-edge technology.

You will assist in compiling and routing technical documents and will arrange travel and support staff with issues from ARA facilities in the National Capital Region, on-site; telecommuting when approved. This contingent role starts in fall 2026 and requires DoD SECRET clearance with willingness to pursue