Administrative Assistant Job Listing at SPA in Washington, DC (Job ID 21676)

Description

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention. SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support and Financial Analysis support. SDG is hiring for an Administrative Assistant to support our Maritime Plaza office located at the Washington Navy Yard area in Washington, DC. At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range: $70,000 - $90,000/year. Responsibilities This role requires clear, proactive communication with group, division, and department leadership to coordinate and support both classified and unclassified visitors, meetings, and security training activities. Key responsibilities include managing forms and documentation, maintaining calendars, tracking and uploading recurring deliverables, and organizing team events. The candidate will work closely with other administrative assistants and security personnel across the division and company to ensure seamless meeting execution and strict adherence to security protocols. This high-visibility, high-impact position is stationed at the Reception Desk at SPA's Maritime Plaza location, where the candidate will serve as a professional, welcoming representative for visiting clients and partners. Qualifications Required Qualifications: High School Diploma. Capable of obtaining an active Department of Defense Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required. Exceptional organizational and communication skills. 2 to 5 years of experience in administrative or security support. Ability to coordinate and support large-scale, high impact meetings. Desired Qualifications: Obtained or pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. Familiarity with Department of Defense and Navy-specific organizations. Active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma. Capable of obtaining an active Department of Defense Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required. Exceptional organizational and communication skills. 2 to 5 years of experience in administrative or security support. Ability to coordinate and support large-scale, high impact meetings. Desired Qualifications: Obtained or pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree. Familiarity with Department of Defense and Navy-specific organizations. Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

This role requires clear, proactive communication with group, division, and department leadership to coordinate and support both classified and unclassified visitors, meetings, and security training activities. Key responsibilities include managing forms and documentation, maintaining calendars, tracking and uploading recurring deliverables, and organizing team events. The candidate will work closely with other administrative assistants and security personnel across the division and company to ensure seamless meeting execution and strict adherence to security protocols. This high-visibility, high-impact position is stationed at the Reception Desk at SPA's Maritime Plaza location, where the candidate will serve as a professional, welcoming representative for visiting clients and partners.