Event Management Analyst / Planner

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an Event Management Analyst to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Office of Bombing Prevention (OBP). In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing various organizational internal and interagency workshops, conferences, outreach, speaking, and exhibit events to explain and promote the value of the OBP mission, products, and services. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.

Location:

Hybrid: Remote, Corporate Offices (Tysons), and periodic visits to government locations at 1310 N Courthouse Rd, Arlington VA & 1110 N Glebe Rd, Arlington VA

Clearance:

DHS Fitness Determination (Public Trust)

Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and participate in workshops, conferences, outreach, speaker, and exhibit events identified by you, the team, or the OBP leadership
• Identify event requirements and logistics
• Coordinate speaker and participation approvals, talking points, and presentations
• Manage budget and payments for events
• Coordinate equipment and material collection and shipping
• Support the maintenance of event tracking / marketing websites and communiques
• Support the management of event identification and selection, including assessing the value and return on investment of agency participation
• Develop assessments for future decision-making processes related to future events
• Support the coordination and staff exhibition and engagement opportunities at Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) conferences and events
• Plan, coordinate, and administer the annual Bombing Prevention Summit

Minimum Requirements:

• Required: High School diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Required: 5 years’ experience in event planning and management
• Required: Working knowledge of DHS and/or DoD conference planning policies (e.g., OCFO Financial Management Policy Manual Section 7.10.1, Conference Controls)
• Desired: Ability to work in rapidly evolving environment managing multiple projects and tasks
• Desired: Demonstrated ability to lead small teams in prioritizing and managing project delivery tasks
• Clearance: Must possess or be able to obtain a DHS Fitness determination (Public Trust)

About Xcelerate SolutionsFounded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!

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