DC Events and Workplace Operations Coordinator

Second Front Systems, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

DMV

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• The DC Events and Workplace Operations Coordinator plays a critical role in advancing Second Front Systems’ mission by managing high-impact events and ensuring seamless workplace operations in the DMV region, directly supporting the deployment and scaling of the Game Warden platform for U.S. government national security initiatives.
• This role bridges strategic event execution with daily office leadership, enabling the company to strengthen relationships with defense clients, showcase innovation at industry forums, and maintain a professional, mission-aligned workspace that reflects 2F’s values of innovation and service.
• What the person will do day to day:
• Plan and execute a diverse portfolio of events including the Offset Symposium, executive dinners, customer engagements, podcast recordings, and corporate hospitality experiences such as Capital One Suite events, ensuring flawless logistics and high-touch attendee experiences.
• Manage end-to-end logistics for senior leadership participation in major industry conferences and defense tech gatherings, including quarterly events like SXSW and AFCEA West, coordinating travel, schedules, materials, and on-site support.
• Serve as the primary liaison with vendors, venues, caterers, and travel providers, overseeing contracts, setup, breakdown, and post-event follow-up to ensure quality, compliance, and budget adherence.
• Partner closely with the Marketing team to align event execution with brand messaging, particularly for DC-region activations, and maintain a centralized events calendar visible to Sales, Leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Support podcast production by coordinating guest outreach, scheduling, technical logistics, and content preparation to amplify 2F’s thought leadership in defense technology.
• Oversee daily operations of the Arlington office, including supply inventory, space organization, visitor reception, vendor coordination, and maintaining a welcoming, professional environment for employees and guests.
• Assist with internal communications and culture initiatives by helping draft, coordinate, and distribute messaging related to events, milestones, and company values.
• Organize occasional team onsites, leadership offsites, and internal meetings, handling logistics, facilitation support, and follow-up to ensure objectives are met.
• About the team or company:
• Second Front Systems is a fast-growing, mission-driven public-benefit corporation at the forefront of defense technology, combining startup agility with deep national security expertise to accelerate secure software deployment for the U.S. government and its allies.
• The team values innovation, collaboration, and impact, operating with a bias toward action and a commitment to integrity, inclusivity, and continuous learning in a high-stakes, evolving industry.
• What the person can learn or achieve in this role:
• Develop advanced expertise in strategic event management within the defense and government technology sectors, gaining exposure to high-level stakeholder engagement and national security-focused initiatives.
• Build cross-functional leadership skills by partnering with Marketing, Sales, and Executive teams, while contributing to company culture and operational excellence in a purpose-driven, high-growth environment.

🎯 Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in events, marketing, communications, hospitality, or office operations, with internships considered for entry-level candidates.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with proven ability to juggle multiple timelines, vendors, and competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with comfort interacting with executives, government clients, and external partners in professional settings.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately quarterly for conferences and events such as SXSW, AFCEA West, and similar defense tech gatherings.
• Must be a U.S. citizen due to government contract requirements and must reside in the DC/Maryland/Virginia (DMV) area.
• Comfortable working in-office most or all days, as the role requires on-site presence for office management and event support.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $70,000–$90,000, with potential for discretionary bonuses and equity grants based on performance and experience.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare, vision, and dental coverage for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company match to support long-term financial wellness.
• Annual professional development stipend to encourage skill growth and career advancement.
• Tech and office supplies stipend to ensure employees have the tools needed to succeed.
• Flexible paid time off policy plus all federal holidays observed, supporting work-life balance.
• Parental leave benefits to support growing families.
• Referral bonus program to incentivize employee participation in talent acquisition.
• Work-from-anywhere flexibility permitted outside of core in-office responsibilities, where applicable.

Skills & Technologies

Onsite

$70k-90k

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About Second Front Systems, Inc.

Second Front Systems provides software delivery and security accreditation services for the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies. The company operates Game Warden, a DevSecOps platform that automates Authority to Operate processes, accelerates software deployment, and maintains continuous compliance monitoring. It integrates security controls, vulnerability scanning, and cloud hosting to enable commercial technology companies to deliver applications to classified and unclassified government networks efficiently.

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