Training and Exercises Program Manager

Alutiiq, LLC; Dunn Loring (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Alutiiq, LLC is seeking a Training and Exercises Program Manager to design, develop, and lead advanced tactical training for ATA-SPEAR teams supporting U.S. diplomatic missions.

The role emphasizes adult learning principles, realistic scenario-based drills, and interagency coordination to strengthen embassy security readiness. You will deliver hands-on instruction, coordinate with RSOs and field trainers, and manage logistics for comprehensive exercises, ensuring alignment with DOS requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience developing and delivering tactical and law enforcement training programs, with direct experience supporting or managing security operations for U.S. diplomatic missions.
• Proven expertise in curriculum development with strong emphasis on tactical instruction and embassy security operations.
• Extensive experience conducting international security training and coordinating with host-nation forces and interagency partners.
• Deep understanding of Department of State diplomatic security operations, post emergency response planning, and ATA-SPEAR mission requirements.
• Exceptional communication and briefing skills, capable of engaging senior DOS leadership and interagency stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Certifications in tactical instruction, weapons handling, or emergency response highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously update training curricula and lesson plans tailored to ATA-SPEAR teams, focusing on law enforcement, protective operations, and tactical instruction in accordance with adult learning principles and evolving threat environments.
• Deliver practical, hands-on tactical training emphasizing firearms proficiency, close-quarters combat, field maneuvering, and embassy-specific security protocols to ATA-SPEAR personnel.
• Conduct training needs assessments in coordination with Regional Security Officers (RSOs) and field trainers to tailor programs to the specific threat landscape and operational requirements of each embassy or consulate.
• Design and execute realistic, scenario-based training exercises that simulate embassy defense and crisis response operations to enhance ATA-SPEAR readiness and interagency coordination.
• Lead interagency planning and execution of security exercises, emergency response training, and major preparedness initiatives, including Joint Readiness Exercises (JREs), ensuring integration across Department of State components, partner agencies, and Host Nation security forces.
• Provide high-level briefings and training updates to Chiefs of Mission (COMs), RSOs, and post leadership on ATA-SPEAR capabilities, protective security measures, and emergency response protocols.
• Oversee all logistical aspects of ATA-SPEAR training and exercises, including travel coordination, equipment procurement, venue preparation, and management of contracted services.
• Monitor ATA-SPEAR trainee performance using standardized assessment tools, provide detailed feedback, and maintain instructional materials and evaluation systems aligned with embassy security operations.
• Support Training of Trainers (ToT) initiatives to build sustainable in-country ATA-SPEAR instructional capacity and enhance integration with local law enforcement agencies, where applicable.
• Maintain and apply a structured lessons-learned process, incorporating findings from after-action reviews, field feedback, and evolving best practices to continuously improve training outcomes.

Skills

Tactical training

Curriculum development

Security operations experience

Interagency coordination

Briefing skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers.

Training and Exercises Program Manager - (7159)

Taxable Entity

ALUTIIQ SOLUTIONS LLC

Job Title

Training and Exercises Program Manager

Location

Category

Educational and Training

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$160,000 to $163,104 Yearly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required

TS

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Develop and continuously update training curricula and lesson plans tailored to ATA-SPEAR teams, focusing on law enforcement, protective operations, and tactical instruction in accordance with adult learning principles and evolving threat environments.

Deliver practical, hands-on tactical training emphasizing firearms proficiency, close-quarters combat, field maneuvering, and embassy-specific security protocols to ATA-SPEAR personnel.

Conduct training needs assessments in coordination with Regional Security Officers (RSOs) and field trainers to tailor programs to the specific threat landscape and operational requirements of each embassy or consulate.

Design and execute realistic, scenario-based training exercises that simulate embassy defense and crisis response operations to enhance ATA-SPEAR readiness and interagency coordination.

Lead interagency planning and execution of security exercises, emergency response training, and major preparedness initiatives, including Joint Readiness Exercises (JREs), ensuring integration across Department of State components, partner agencies, and Host Nation security forces.

Provide high-level briefings and training updates to Chiefs of Mission (COMs), RSOs, and post leadership on ATA-SPEAR capabilities, protective security measures, and emergency response protocols.

Oversee all logistical aspects of ATA-SPEAR training and exercises, including travel coordination, equipment procurement, venue preparation, and management of contracted services.

Monitor ATA-SPEAR trainee performance using standardized assessment tools, provide detailed feedback, and maintain instructional materials and evaluation systems aligned with embassy security operations.

Support Training of Trainers (ToT) initiatives to build sustainable in-country ATA-SPEAR instructional capacity and enhance integration with local law enforcement agencies, where applicable.

Maintain and apply a structured lessons-learned process, incorporating findings from after-action reviews, field feedback, and evolving best practices to continuously improve training outcomes.

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Primarily on-site at Department of State facilities with periodic travel to U.S. embassies, consulates, and regional training sites worldwide
• Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance preferred
• Work Environment: Fast-paced, mission-driven setting requiring adaptability, strong collaboration with interagency and international partners, and the ability to operate in diverse cultural environments
• Travel Requirements: Frequent domestic and international travel to support training exercises, operational assessments, and interagency coordination efforts
• Physical Requirements: Ability to participate in and occasionally lead physically demanding tactical training exercises

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five years’ experience developing and delivering tactical and law enforcement training programs, with direct experience supporting or managing security operations for U.S. diplomatic missions.

Proven expertise in curriculum development with strong emphasis on tactical instruction and embassy security operations.

Extensive experience conducting international security training and coordinating with host-nation forces and interagency partners.

Deep understanding of Department of State diplomatic security operations, post emergency response planning, and ATA-SPEAR mission requirements.

Exceptional communication and briefing skills, capable of engaging senior DOS leadership and interagency stakeholders.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance preferred.

Certifications in tactical instruction, weapons handling, or emergency response highly desirable.

Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak’s direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, “Protected Status”).

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client–customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company’s Career page.