Production Specialist

Cayuse Holdings

Production Specialist creating executive briefing products for Cayuse’s government and security clients. Researching, presenting, and distributing classified and unclassified materials for senior leaders.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $97,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in researching, writing, and assembling executive briefing products for senior leaders, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality results under tight deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and capable of working in both classified and unclassified environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Top Secret/SCI ClearanceExperience Preparing and Presenting Oral BriefingsHigh Proficiency in Microsoft OfficeStrong Verbal and Written Communication SkillsExperience Developing Communications Products

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Hard Skills

ResearchingWritingAssembling Briefing ProductsProducing High-Quality ResultsComprehending Technical Information

Soft Skills

Strong Attention to DetailStrong Facilitation SkillsAbility to Work as Part of a TeamAbility to Work Under Tight Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Publisher

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Homeland SecurityEmergency ManagementPublic PolicyPublic Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, write, and assemble executive briefing products for steady-state operations, incident management, and special events
Prepare and present oral briefings for senior executive-level audiences
Synthesize and conduct detailed research using internal and external reports
Provide production services including briefing presentations, briefing books, electronic distribution lists, and video-teleconference presentations
Ensure products and presentations follow established style guides and standards
Organize and maintain electronic records of reference materials and final products
Monitor, organize, and maintain group email boxes and calendars in unclassified and classified environments
Work flexible assigned hours to meet production, preparation, and distribution needs
Provide surge support for 24/7 incident management operations as needed
Report to the Program Manager
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Must be able to pass a background check and may require additional project/client background checks
Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Public Policy, Public Administration, or English preferred
An additional two years of experience may substitute for an Associate’s degree
An additional four years of experience may substitute for a high school diploma
Zero to two years of experience in developing communications products
Experience researching, writing, and assembling briefing products for senior leaders
Experience preparing and presenting oral briefings based on synthesis and detailed research
Ability to comprehend and assess highly technical information in a time-constrained environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to produce high-quality results under tight deadlines
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
Strong facilitation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
Ability to work on-site in a professional office environment
Ability to work variable hours, including 8–12 hour shifts, holidays, and hours outside normal business hours
Ability to sit for long periods and stand for extended periods
Ability to use computers and office productivity tools with sufficient speed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule may include holidays and hours outside normal business hours
Business or professional development travel opportunities