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PROGRAM ANALYST

Quantico, VA · On-site +1

$102K - $158K/yr

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days ... remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for ...

CHIEF STAFF OFFICER

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$121K - $158K/yr

You will provide executive guidance to multi-year and longer-range work plans. * You will approve ... Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days ...

ATTORNEY ADVISOR (GENERAL)

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$143K - $187K/yr

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days ... Drafting and reviewing legislative proposals or high-level policy documents for senior executive or ...

PROGRAM ANALYST

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$143K - $197K/yr

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days ... remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for ...

Senior Program Manager

Arlington, VA · Remote

$132K - $133K/yr

... providing executive oversight, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on leadership to support ... remote work, teams. * Ideally has experience working with retired Flag level consultants and ...

Senior Product Manager

$129K - $170K/yr

Remote. In-person attendance is expected twice per year during our annual, weeklong all-staff ... executive team. Staff not located in the NYC area are expected to travel for these meetings.

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How much do remote retired executive jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote retired executive in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Retired Executive vs Remote Consultant?

AspectRemote Retired ExecutiveRemote Consultant
CredentialsOften retired executives with industry experience, sometimes with certifications like MBA or specific industry credentialsTypically holds specialized certifications or expertise in a specific field
Work EnvironmentFlexible, project-based or advisory roles, often part-time or consulting engagementsProject-based, advisory, or ongoing consulting roles, usually client-specific
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies seeking strategic advice from experienced retireesHired by organizations needing specialized expertise or temporary project support

Remote Retired Executives and Remote Consultants both provide expert advice remotely, but retired executives focus on strategic leadership leveraging their industry experience, while consultants offer specialized skills for specific projects. Both roles are flexible and often part-time, serving different organizational needs.

How do Remote Retired Executives typically contribute value to organizations, and what does a typical engagement look like?

Remote Retired Executives often serve as consultants, mentors, or board advisors, leveraging their extensive experience to guide strategic decisions and foster leadership development. Engagements are usually project-based or part-time, allowing for flexibility while providing organizations with executive-level insight without a full-time commitment. Collaboration is commonly virtual, involving regular video calls, document reviews, and strategic planning sessions with senior teams. This role allows for meaningful impact while maintaining work-life balance, and can open doors to diverse industries or causes aligned with the executive’s interests.

What is a Remote Retired Executive?

A Remote Retired Executive is a professional who has previously held senior leadership or executive roles and now offers their expertise, guidance, or consulting services remotely, often part-time or on a project basis. These individuals leverage their years of experience to advise businesses, mentor leaders, or participate in board roles, all from a remote location. This role allows retired executives to stay engaged in the business world, contribute their knowledge, and enjoy flexible work arrangements without the demands of a traditional full-time executive position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Retired Executive, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Retired Executive, you need extensive leadership experience, strategic decision-making skills, and a proven track record in executive roles, often supported by advanced degrees or executive education. Familiarity with virtual collaboration tools, project management software, and digital communication platforms is essential for remote work. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to mentor or consult make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure effective remote leadership, value-driven contributions, and continued professional impact despite not being physically present in an office.
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Infographic showing various Remote Retired Executive job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,552 per year, or $45 per hour.

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Secretary of the Navy Offices (SECNAV)

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

$199K - $228K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


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This Tier 1 position serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (DON CISO) and reports directly to the Department of the Navy, Chief Information Officer (DON CIO) serving as the lead cybersecurity advisor responsible for establishing policy, budget priorities, and security strategy across the department.
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  • You will direct Department of Navy (DON) cybersecurity staff functions, oversee strategy development, and align leadership positions with broader Department of War (DoW) efforts to achieve unified cyber capabilities.
  • You will enforce the DoW Risk Management Framework (RMF) across system lifecycles, ensuring strict compliance with Title 44, DoW Instruction 8500.01, and DoW Instruction 8510.01.
  • You will establish systematic processes to plan, implement, and document remedial actions for security deficiencies, alongside maintaining standard incident detection and response procedures.
  • You will oversee the validation, prioritization, and integration of Cyberspace Operational capability requirements to ensure warfighter optimization and cyber dominance during conflict.
  • You will collaborate with executive-level SMEs, Defense Industrial Base, Academia, and international allies to deconflict strategies, share situational awareness, and build joint exercises.
  • You will serve as the senior supervisor managing three critical divisions comprised of civilian personnel (GS-15 and below) and supporting defense contractors, reporting directly to the CIO.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • You will be required to complete ethics orientation within three months of appointment and submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment.
  • You will be required to sign the Reassignment Rights and Obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES in accordance with DoD Directive 1403.03.
  • Within the Department of War (DoW), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • May be required to successfully complete a 1-year SES probationary period.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code 901,611, and 612, proficiency level advance the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  • Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
  • This position may require the incumbent to be available for other than normal duty hours to include weekends to support exercises and crisis planning.

Qualifications
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.
TQ1. Extensive knowledge of DoW cybersecurity policy and risk methodologies, technology, and analytics such as Zero Trust, Risk Management Framework, Comply to Connect, ICAM, Defense Industry Base Cyber Security, Supply Chain Risk Management and DoD Privacy and Civil Liberties Programs.
TQ2. Masterly-level knowledge of Cybersecurity Risk Management and its specific implementations (e.g. DoW Risk Management Framework as well as the forthcoming Risk Management Construct), and application of Risk Management analysis, concepts, and processes to remove/mitigate vulnerabilities and protect the integrity of networks and information systems.
TQ3. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex analytical findings through a variety of avenues including written technical assessments, presentations at senior forums, and leading and negotiating risk to mission outcomes among a diverse set of senior leader stakeholders.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.
ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations. As an executive, you will influence the direction of innovation and transformation of the federal government and lead the next generation of public servants.
Veteran's preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service.
This position is not covered by the Department of War Priority Placement Program.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of War and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.
A career SES appointment made under this authority does not guarantee that you will be eligible to transfer to another career SES appointment outside of the DoD without the need for you to compete. Other Federal agencies may require you to submit ECQs to OPM's QRB prior to your appointment in that agency.
OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:
Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back,
FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)
The Department/Agency structures its SES positions into categories (i.e. tiers) to determine the pay range for each position. The categories are based on the position scope, breadth, functions, and placement within the structure of organizational levels across the Department/Agency.
Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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