LMI seeks an experienced Protocol Specialist to support our federal customer in Arlington, Virginia.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical support for in-person and virtual meetings for the International Armaments Cooperation directorate, up to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment.
• Create tent cards and seating charts following current Department of Defense Order of Precedence regulations;
• Serve as liaison between Action Officers and Pentagon-based catering offices by requesting catering or arranging for sit-down hosted meals;
• Responsible for room set-up and break-down, including tent cards, table or full-size flags, lapel pins for principals, gifts, and catering;
• Assist with escorting of foreign delegations as needed.
• Serve as the Foreign Visit Request POC for Acquisition and Sustainment, directly coordinating with DIA to ensure seamless meeting access for foreign guests.
• Serve as IAC Parking Representative, processing parking requests for foreign delegations and IAC employees.
• Serve as secondary IAC Records Management Liaison in coordination with primary civilian Liaison.
• Process all gifts presented to IAC leadership following current WHS and DODI guidelines.
• Coordinate with Action Officers on ORF packages, ensuring all packages are complete and meet DBO/WHS guidelines. Coordinate with internal CATMS POC, Correspondence team, and DBO and WHS POCs to ensure timely processing of requests and address any issues. Process payments to vendors after conclusion of event.
• Assist with on-boarding of new IAC contractor employees.
• Provide annual brown bag training for ORF and event support.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance is required.
• 5 or more years of experience supporting DoD or other Federal agencies.
• Knowledge of Department of Defense protocol guidelines.
• Knowledge of international customs, courtesies, and etiquette.
• Knowledge of ORF guidelines, request process, and vendor payments.
• Knowledge of Records Management and ability to obtain certification as a Records Management Liaison.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, including ability to communicate when protocol guidelines must be observed.
• Ability to work with representatives across various agencies.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree is desired.
• Prior experience providing administrative support to senior DoD leadership is desired.

Targeted Salary Range: $100,000-$107,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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