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Exceptional understanding of federal international security, security assistance, and military operations contracting environments. * Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting DOS ...

Call for CVs - Technical Advisor, DOS

Washington, DC · On-site

$131K - $131K/yr

S. Department of State's (DOS) Bureau of Political-Military Affairs (PM). This consultant will ... contracting environments. * Exceptional writing and communication skills, with prior experience ...

S. Department of State's (DOS) Bureau of Political-Military Affairs (PM). This consultant will ... contracting environments. * Exceptional writing and communication skills, with prior experience ...

Exceptional understanding of federal international security, security assistance, and military operations contracting environments. * Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting DOS ...

Call for CVs - Strategic Advisor, DOS

Washington, DC · On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

Exceptional understanding of federal international security, security assistance, and military operations contracting environments. * Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting DOS ...

... of State (DOS) contracting operations. Working directly under the direction of the JST Program Management Lead, this individual will structure incoming contracting data, build interactive ...

... of State (DOS) contracting operations. Working directly under the direction of the JST Program Management Lead, this individual will structure incoming contracting data, build interactive ...

... contracting experience inclusive of contract administration experience * Master's degree preferred * Knowledge of Department of State, Diplomatic Security (DOS/DS) mission, programs and relationships ...

... contracting experience at Department of State task/project management level * Master's degree preferred * Knowledge of Department of State, Diplomatic Security (DOS/DS) mission, programs and ...

Acts a liaison between the contractor employees and the client (DoS Manager) * Assists APM with performance success coaching, mentoring and development of contractor employees * Assists APM with new ...

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How much do dos contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for dos contractor in the United States is $107,205.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Dos Contractor vs Electrician?

AspectDos ContractorElectrician
CredentialsLicenses for general electrical work, contractor licensesJourneyman or master electrician licenses
Work EnvironmentOversees electrical projects, manages teams, coordinates with clientsPerforms electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance
Industry UsageConstruction, commercial, industrial projectsResidential, commercial, industrial electrical work
Common Search IntentHiring or understanding contractor roles, project managementElectrical work, licensing, job opportunities

While both Dos Contractors and Electricians work within the electrical industry, Dos Contractors typically oversee entire projects and manage teams, requiring broader licensing. Electricians focus on hands-on electrical installations and repairs, often holding specialized licenses. Understanding these differences helps clients and job seekers identify the right role for their needs.

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Infographic showing various Dos Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,205 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Program Manager (DoS Diplomatic Security)

K2 Group Inc.

Vienna, VA • On-site

$129K - $157K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

*This is a contingent opportunity
Program Manager (DoS Diplomatic Security)
K2 Group is looking for a Program Manager for a Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security effort. The Bureau of Diplomatic Security is responsible for the protection of U.S. personnel, official facilities, and residences in domestic and overseas locations. The Program Manager will oversee and ensure delivery of all performance under the contract. The PM will be responsible to the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and Government Technical Monitors (GTM's) for performance and delivery. PM will directly supervise and oversee all site managers, and ensure quality recruiting, hiring, personnel management, training, and support of all personnel/positions under the contract.
Duties
  • Serve as focal point for all contractor functions that pertain to performance under the DS/T contract. • Interact on a daily/weekly basis with Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Government Technical Monitors (GTM's) to ensure performance across all contract task orders.
  • Supervise, and oversee contractor performance in accordance with contract requirements. • Advise and assist the COR regarding the scope of the contract.
  • Accomplish human resource objectives by overseeing and ensuring effective recruiting, selecting, orienting, developing, counseling, and disciplining employees.
  • Plan, establish, and review compensation actions, enforce policies and procedures.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting, provision of qualified personnel for each task order, and timely and accurate implementation of the requirements of the contract sow and subordinate task order requirements.
  • Ensure all aspects of planning, scheduling, organizing, managing, and assessing performance of all personnel under this contract.
  • Ensure professional development training as required for personnel.
  • Oversees on-time delivery of requirements, invoicing, personnel reporting, and other ad hoc reporting.
  • Review, assess, manage, and correct any behavior by contractor personnel that would reflect poorly on the Department of State.
Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Recent (within 5 years or less) relevant experience working with Diplomatic Security.
  • Must have a bachelor's degree in a business, management, or security related field.
  • Must have at least 20 years of professional experience.
  • Must have at least 10 years of experience managing large government programs.
  • Must have at least five (5) years of experience as a program manager as a contractor responsible for meeting contract requirements.
  • Must have at least 10 years of leadership/supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated ability managing contracts in excess of $30 million annually and a workforce of over 100 personnel.
  • Experience with Department of State (DOS) policies and procedures.
  • Experience with the function, policies, and procedures associated with security operations of us embassies and consulates abroad.
  • Ability to conduct all the responsibilities listed above and demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in planning, evaluating, analyzing, and implementing government programs.
  • Experience as an instructor or manager of adult education programs for security professionals.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to function effectively in challenging situations.
  • Must possess and maintain a SECRET security clearance