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Executive Assistant

Defense Information Systems Agency · Department of Defense

This job in plain English

This is an Executive Assistant job with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) at Fort Meade, Maryland. The role supports senior leaders by reviewing papers, preparing briefing materials, and planning executive meetings. It is a full-time permanent job with occasional travel, and it requires a Secret security clearance.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

It may close early. The agency may use this announcement to fill more vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to the public, but only U.S. citizens can apply. The job is a national security position that requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance.

What you would do

  • Review and critically analyze packages, recommendations, and executive correspondence.
  • Turn complex procurement, technical, and administrative data into executive summaries and decision memos.
  • Plan executive engagements and prepare leaders with pre-briefings.
  • Lead the Directorate governance meeting rhythm, including agendas and tracking decisions.
  • Review and approve travel authorizations and vouchers.

Do you qualify for GS-7 to GS-12?

With experience: You need at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, or GS-12 level. For example, GS-9 experience includes drafting non-routine correspondence and memos for leadership, or tracking action items and managing office budgets. Volunteer and unpaid experience also counts.

With education: Education can count toward qualifying at GS-7, GS-9, and GS-11 as described in the announcement. Examples include a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher, a master's degree, or a Ph.D. in a related field. Education cannot replace experience at the GS-12 level.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of two pages maximum showing your qualifying experience
  • Completed initial Eligibility Questionnaire
  • Official or unofficial transcripts if you qualify through education
  • DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference
  • Optional cover letter

How you will be rated: Your resume and questionnaire are checked against the minimum qualifications. Eligible applicants also take USA Hire online assessments and must meet a cut score, or they will not be considered. Overstating your experience or cheating can lead to removal from consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must clearly describe at least one year of qualifying experience with dates and hours per week.
  • If you rely on education, upload transcripts with your application, or you may be removed.
  • Complete all USA Hire assessments within the deadline, and set aside at least 3 hours for them.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with agency policy.

Conditions of employment:

  • Suitable for Federal Employment
  • Registered for Selective Service if male and born after 12-31-1959
  • Favorable suitability review and security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • 1-year probationary period
  • In-person work required at DISA Headquarters, Fort Meade, MD

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$57,736 – $133,142 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-7 to GS-12 · General Schedule
Location
Fort Meade, Maryland
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Secret
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Miscellaneous Administration And Program (0301)
Announcement
D-DISA-13104314-26BLL

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