Junior Exercise Planner

What You’ll Be Doing
Cadmus seeks candidates to support upcoming homeland security exercises programs for both public and private sector clients, partners, and stakeholders. Successful candidates will support the design, execution, and evaluation of homeland security exercise programs covering a range of hazards, including terrorism, cybersecurity, and natural disasters. Candidates may also support policy assessment and analysis, policy research, professional writing, and/or strategic planning in the homeland security or public policy fields. Some domestic travel is likely required for this position.
Please note this position is for a proposal effort, and offers will be contingent upon award.
Who We Are
Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com .
Responsibilities
Support the planning, design, conduct, and evaluation of Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program exercises for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
Assist with the development of exercise objectives, scenarios, meeting materials, participant communications, facilitator materials, evaluation materials, and exercise reports.
Conduct background research and analyze information related to homeland security, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, emergency management, and exercise scenarios.
Coordinate scheduling, participant tracking, document management, meeting support, and exercise logistics.
Support planning meetings, exercise delivery, facilitation, evaluation, and after-action activities with government and private-sector stakeholders.
Capture meeting notes, decisions, action items, participant feedback, and exercise observations accurately and consistently.
Draft and revise reports, presentations, briefing materials, and other client deliverables using established templates and style requirements.
Perform quality-control reviews for grammar, formatting, consistency, completeness, and adherence to project requirements.
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in emergency management, homeland security, national security, public policy, political science, cybersecurity, or a related field.
Minimum of at least two (2) years of professional experience, with relevant professional supporting projects related to exercise planning, emergency management, homeland security, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, or a related field; preference given to those with experience in homeland security, emergency management, and exercises.
Foundational knowledge of emergency management, homeland security, or exercise planning principles.
Strong research, analytical, organizational, and professional writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow established processes, and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and ability to review and correct one’s own work.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Ability to support occasional domestic travel.
U.S. Citizen with ability to earn a favorable Public Trust clearance and/or DHS Suitability.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with HSEEP doctrine, terminology, and exercise documentation.
Experience supporting tabletop, workshop, seminar, drill, or functional exercise activities.
Completion of relevant Federal Emergency Management Agency or HSEEP training.
Additional Information
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com

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