Awards Program Assistant - Clearance Required

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:
Cydecor is seeking a Personnel Security Support Technician to support our customer at the NAVSEA Headquarters Security Office (NAVSEA 00P) at the Washington Navy Yard. NAVSEA is the Department of Navy's (DON's) central activity for designing, engineering, integrating, building, and procuring U.S. Naval ships, shipboard weapons, and combat systems. NAVSEA's responsibilities also include the maintenance, repair, modernization, and conversion of in-service ships and their weapons and combat systems. This role will support the Enterprise-wide Awards Programs, which include awards both internal to NAVSEA and external to NAVSEA for NAVSEA employees.

Responsibilities include:

• Support external awards completion by collaborating with sponsors to establish internal deadlines and clarify nominations requirements and drafting announcements for distribution.
• Research new External Award opportunities in areas of interest to the NAVSEA community.
• Process nominations for the DON Superior Civilian Service Award.
• Process NAVSEA Excellence Awards.
• Assist in the planning and execution of the annual NAVSEA Excellence Awards Ceremony and reception.
• Track and maintain ongoing inventory of award supplies, and alert Program Manager when restock is needed.
• Ship awards to field activities as needed.
• Conduct quality control inspections of awards materials received back from the Front Office and from external vendors.

Here's what you need:

• US Citizen with Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• A minimum 3 years of experience in processing awards is preferred.
• A team-oriented outlook with outstanding customer service experience.
• Strong analytical skills along with discretion in performing specified work requirements.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively, to build and sustain working relationships with a vast team of diverse professionals.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications to include MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines, work independently and with sufficient knowledge, present projects to senior management.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment accepting emergent tasking with little to no supervision and/or direction.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience working within NAVSEA HQ.

Security Clearance:

• DOD/DOW Secret

Education:

• High School/GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid support
• Must report onsite to Washington Navy Yard, as needed, to process awards packages.
• Maintain consistent presence during standard office hours.
• Follow instructions regarding any changes to duty hours or reporting requirements.

Compensation and Benefits:
The projected compensation range for this position is $50,000-60,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories.

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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