Assistant to the Chief Strategy Officer

Purpose

The Assistant to the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) provides high-level administrative, analytical, and coordination support to ensure strategic initiatives are executed effectively. This role acts as a trusted partner to the CSO, helping manage priorities, streamline communication, and support cross-functional strategy efforts. The position requires discretion, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced, executive environment.

Work Environment

This role operates in a professional office environment with regular interaction across executive leadership, management, and cross-functional teams. The position may support remote and in-office work, with occasional travel as needed.

Position Responsibilities

Strategic Business Development Support

• Attend meetings with government customers and potential customers
• Engage with vendors and identify strategic partnership opportunities
• Help identify and qualify new teaming partners and subcontractors
• Support capture strategy and proposal shaping efforts
• Assist in developing new business concepts and growth initiatives

Relationship Building & External Engagement

• Travel to trade shows, industry days, and conferences
• Schedule and participate in one-on-one meetings to generate new business opportunities
• Maintain and expand key industry and government relationships
• Represent the company professionally and strategically

Operational & Program Awareness

• Learn our current programs inside and out
• Understand how our projects are structured, managed, and delivered
• Bridge strategy and execution by ensuring business development aligns with operational capability

Executive Partnership

• Help prioritize and execute on strategic initiatives
• Prepare briefs, research, and market analysis
• Anticipate needs and remove obstacles
• Act as a force multiplier for the CSO

Executive & Administrative Support

• Manage the CSO’s calendar, scheduling, and meeting logistics
• Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and briefing materials
• Track action items, deadlines, and follow-ups across strategic initiatives
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion