Senior Protocol Officer — Government & Diplomatic Events

Job overview

The Senior Protocol Officer role is onsite in McLean, VA; compensation is not specified. The position supports the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) by advising on official protocol and coordinating high-level engagements. The officer plans and executes visits, ceremonies, and special events involving senior leaders and distinguished visitors. The role provides protocol guidance, coordinates with government and external partners, and maintains policies and training to support consistent, culturally informed engagements.

What you'll do

• Advise senior leadership on protocol, precedence, flag etiquette, forms of address, and cultural customs
• plan distinguished visitor engagements and logistics
• direct ceremonies, conferences, and formal events
• liaise with embassies, government agencies, military counterparts, and external organizations
• manage the official gift program
• maintain protocol policies and provide training
• adapt plans to unexpected changes
• oversee protocol office resources and junior staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

protocol officer

senior protocol

diplomatic etiquette

government events

ceremony planning

distinguished visitors

mclean va

ens solutions

active ts/sci

master’s degree

foreign dignitary liaison

medical dental vision

401(k)

relocation assistance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage paid by ENS
• 401(k) contribution from day one
• paid time off and 11 federal holidays
• disability and life insurance
• tuition, certification, and professional development assistance
• relocation assistance.

Why this role

The listing title specifies active TS/SCI; the description identifies a senior-level protocol advisory role.

About the employer

ENS Solutions, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.