Events Program Manager

• Develop comprehensive event plans by defining scope, objectives, schedules, budgets, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate leadership briefings and technical discussions involving senior DoD personnel, international dignitaries, and stakeholders.
• Oversee the planning of classified meetings, conferences, ceremonies, trade shows, and workshops in compliance with DoD protocols.
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure mission-critical event outcomes.

• Manage all logistical requirements, including site selection, facility acquisition, security arrangements, vendor procurement, transportation coordination, and attendee communication.
• Ensure facilities and resources meet security requirements for classified information handling during events.
• Coordinate audiovisual, communication, and IT systems integration to support classified and unclassified discussions.

• Ensure all event operations comply with DoD regulations for classified and secure environments.
• Partner with security officers to implement protocols for attendee clearances, onsite physical security, and secure storage of materials.
• Adhere to required protocols for overseas work with international partners or military units.

• Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders, including program leaders, military representatives, contractors, and external agencies.
• Manage cross-functional event teams to ensure tasks are delivered efficiently and on schedule.
• Act as a liaison between government officials and contractors to address operational needs and resolve challenges.

• Track and manage event budgets, ensuring compliance with fiscal spending limits and contract terms.
• Maintain records of event outcomes, lessons learned, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports and after-action reviews (AARs) for senior leadership.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage tight timelines, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Familiarity with DoD facility requirements, security protocols (SCIFs, classified material handling), and contract regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain trust with senior leadership and stakeholders.

• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Event Management, Communications, or related field. Equivalent military or professional experience may be substituted.
• Experience:
• Proven experience managing DoD events, secure briefings, or equivalent high-stakes events.
• Minimum of 5 years in program or project management.
• Skills and Certifications:
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and event management software (e.g., Cvent, Adobe Acrobat).
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  Values:
  
  
  
  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
  
  
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  100% Employee Owned:
  
  
  
  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  Track Record of Success:
  
  
  
  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.
  
  

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com