TS/SCI - Engagement Protocol Communications Officer (Mid)

Engagement Protocol Communications Officer (Mid)
Location: Springfield, VA
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required
Experience Level: Mid-Level (10+ years)
Education: BA/BS or MA/MS in Communications, Psychology, Management, or related field Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Engagement Protocol Communications Officer to support communications, engagement activities, and event coordination for a federal client within the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). This role requires an organized, proactive professional capable of planning and executing high-visibility meetings, workshops, and leadership engagements while ensuring adherence to NGA protocols and standards.

The successful candidate will coordinate and support internal and external engagements, manage logistics for in-person and virtual events, and facilitate communication across diverse stakeholders including senior leadership, research scientists, and external partners. Key Responsibilities
Event Planning & Execution

• Plan, organize, and provide logistical support for meetings and events including directorate-wide all-hands meetings, technical exchange meetings, leadership off-sites, industry days, workshops, and outreach events.
• Coordinate event logistics including scheduling, venue arrangements, registration, and attendee management.
• Develop and manage agendas, event timelines, and supporting documentation to ensure successful execution.
• Serve as host or master of ceremonies for meetings and events as required.

Meeting & Conference Support

• Provide full lifecycle meeting support including planning, organizing, scheduling, agenda development, and conference material preparation.
• Prepare event materials, briefings, and proceedings documentation.
• Coordinate audio-visual equipment, webcasting services, and video teleconferencing (VTC) support for both in-person and virtual events.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal offices and external partners to identify engagement requirements and ensure satisfaction across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Lead cross-office coordination for external engagements including preparation meetings and talking point development.
• Ensure compliance with NGA protocols and engagement policies.

Communications & Information Sharing

• Draft and distribute internal communications such as newsletters, announcements, and event summaries.
• Support communication strategies that enhance awareness of directorate initiatives and activities.
• Provide recommendations to improve engagement processes, communications, and event quality.

Operational Coordination

• Coordinate security requirements for meetings at NGA, NSG, DoD, and Intelligence Community locations.
• Drive engagement activities from concept through execution, ensuring deadlines, logistics, and stakeholder needs are met.
• Identify opportunities to improve event coordination, protocol practices, and communications processes.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• BA/BS or MA/MS in communications, psychology, management or equivalent degrees
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience
• Demonstrated experience planning and executing meetings, conferences, or large-scale organizational events
• Experience coordinating audio-visual services, virtual meeting platforms, and webcast events
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and project coordination abilities
• Ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting NGA, DoD, or Intelligence Community environments
• Background in communications, protocol, or engagement support roles
• Experience coordinating multi-office or cross-organizational initiatives
• Strong customer service orientation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple events or projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments

Additional Information
This position supports a high-visibility mission environment and requires professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work effectively with senior government leadership and external partners.