Senior Knowledge Management and Information Governance Specialist

Nakupuna Consulting; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Senior Knowledge Management and Information Governance Specialist in Arlington, VA to lead the KM strategy and RM program within the OPT for AUTOWARCOM activation.

The role requires TS/SCI eligibility, DoD familiarity, and strong governance expertise across documents, dashboards, and secure collaboration tools. You will train staff and codify SOPs to ensure IOC readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5–10 years of knowledge management experience.
• 5+ years supporting Government or Military clients is strongly desired.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Acrobat.
• Ability to write clear, concise correspondence with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with DoD 5110.4-M is desired.

Responsibilities

• Designs and administers the OPT Knowledge Management plan and battle rhythm.
• Orchestrates digital collaboration across multi-disciplinary groups.
• Develops executive dashboards for real-time visibility of LOEs and milestones.
• Oversees records management across unclassified and secure networks.
• Drafts charters and SOPs to accelerate staff integration after activation.

Skills

Knowledge Management

Written communication

TS/SCI clearance

DoD familiarity

Education

B.A./B.S. Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Senior Knowledge Management and Information Governance Specialist

Job ID: 2026-7055

Type: Full-Time Salaried

Company: Nakupuna Consulting

Job Locations

US-VA-Arlington

Overview

Nakupuna Companies is looking for a Senior Knowledge Management and Information Governance Specialist to join our team of talented consultants providing professional services to a DoW client.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Senior Knowledge Management and Information Governance Specialist embedded within the Operational Planning Team (OPT) responsible for the conceptualization, design, operational architecture, and formal activation of the Autonomous Warfare Command (AUTOWARCOM). The incumbent designs, executes, and oversees the comprehensive Knowledge Management (KM) strategy, battle rhythm architecture, digital collaboration ecosystem, and statutory Records Management (RM) program across the OPT.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

OPT Battle Rhythm Architecture & Information Synchronization

• Formulates, coordinates, and executes the OPT Knowledge Management Plan (KMP) and daily operational battle rhythm, standardizing inputs, deliverables, and decision-cycle touchpoints.
• Orchestrates digital collaboration across multi-disciplinary operational working groups.
• Designs and administers an executive dashboard for the OPT Lead / Task Force Commander, delivering real-time visibility into lines of effort (LOEs), milestone gates, decision briefs, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Serves as a functional owner of the OPT digital collaboration tool suite across unclassified, secret, and TS/SCI networks (e.g., SIPRNet, JWICS).
• Establishes standardized, scalable information repository architectures (taxonomies, metadata schemas, access permission models, and document lifecycle controls) to catalog planning directives, war-gaming outcomes, and statutory authorizations.

Statutory Records Management, Archiving & Information Governance

• Serves as a Records Manager / Custodian for the OPT, establishing and administering the OPT's interim Records Management Program in full compliance with the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. Chapters 29, 31, 33), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) mandates, and DoD Instruction 5015.02.
• Develops and enforces the OPT File Plan and Records Disposition Schedules covering administrative, operational, technical, acquisition, and strategic decision artifacts generated throughout the stand-up timeline.
• Oversees Electronic Records Management (ERM) across secure and unclassified collaboration platforms, ensuring automated metadata tagging, retention triggers, Capstone email management compliance, and immutability controls for permanent historical records.
• Coordinates with Judge Advocate (SJA) and Legislative Liaison offices to institute litigation holds, preserve congressional inquiry materials, and facilitate Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) processing.
• Codifies operational templates, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and governance charters to accelerate post-activation staff integration and Initial Operational Capability (IOC).

Transition, Handover, and Permanent Staff Capability Transfer

• Designs the transition bridge and migration roadmap for seamless transfer of all intellectual capital, digital repositories, and certified official records from the temporary OPT into the permanent AUTOWARCOM.
• Trains incoming staff, leadership, and operational personnel on established command taxonomy, workflow engines, records scheduling, and KM platforms.
• Drafts the institutional Knowledge Management and Records Management Charters and initial Standard Operating Procedures for AUTOWARCOM.

Qualifications

Education/Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. Degree is required, or five to 10 (5-10) years of knowledge management or related experience supporting senior level defense officials.
• 5+ years of experience supporting Government or Military clients is strongly desired.
• Proficient mid-level skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Adobe, and use of office equipment is required.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and articulate correspondence with a focus on quality control and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills that foster teamwork and create positive relationships with staff and principals.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, plan, problem solve, and adapt in a fast-paced and strategic environment under minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with DoD 5110.4-M, "Manual for Written Material" is desired.

Clearance Requirement: This position requires an active TS/SCI eligible security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.