Senior Executive Engagement Lead

DarkStar Intelligence LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan options

Professional development and training

Job summary

DarkStar Intelligence LLC seeks an experienced Executive Engagement Facilitator to coordinate and manage executive engagements for a cabinet-level government customer. You will oversee invitation through execution, ensuring timely briefing materials and coordinated travel.

The role demands top-notch organization, discretion, and a professional, precise approach in a fast-paced environment. You will work with protocol, security, and senior staff to deliver polished engagements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in National Security, Foreign Affairs, Public Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience providing direct support to executive-level leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. Intelligence Community and federal government operations.
• Exceptional writing, grammar, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to balance multiple high-priority tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to perform confidently under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated experience developing briefing or trip books for senior executives or cabinet-level officials.
• Familiarity with cable writing, classified databases, and executive communication.
• Experience using customer databases to monitor field traffic and communicate with field offices.
• Familiarity with Agency communication and travel coordination systems.
• Proven ability to identify and protect sensitive information while engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Willingness to undergo additional vetting and sign a non-disclosure agreement.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess incoming requests for executive-level external engagements, preparing weekly engagement packages for leadership review and decision.
• Coordinate with customer stakeholders to gather context and requirements necessary for the successful execution of each engagement.
• Support executive secretariat staff in developing comprehensive briefing materials and engagement books for proposed and approved travel and events.
• Partner with protocol staff to ensure seamless day-of execution for visits, including coordination with security personnel and other support elements.
• Assist government and subject matter experts in planning, preparing, and executing executive foreign travel.
• Collaborate with the executive secretariat government lead to develop and refine event concepts into polished engagements appropriate for cabinet-level principals.
• Deliver all work products and event support with accuracy and professionalism, free of planning or logistical errors.
• Perform additional administrative or protocol-related duties as directed by government staff.

Skills

Executive support

Discretion

Attention to detail

Time management

Professionalism under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in National Security/Public Administration/related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

DarkStar Intelligence LLC seeks an experienced Executive Engagement Facilitator to coordinate and manage executive engagements for a cabinet-level government customer. You will oversee invitation through execution, ensuring timely briefing materials and coordinated travel.

The role demands top-notch organization, discretion, and a professional, precise approach in a fast-paced environment. You will work with protocol, security, and senior staff to deliver polished engagements.