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Nakupuna Companies

NHO-owned group delivering IT solutions

Knowledge Management Specialist

Full-TimeDeadline 10/1/27
$95k - $115k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
In Person
Administrative & Executive AssistanceExecutive Support
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A B.A./B.S. degree is required, or seven years of executive-assistance experience supporting senior-level defense officials.
  • Seven or more years of experience supporting Government or Military executives is strongly desired.
  • Proficient mid-level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, Adobe, and office equipment are required.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise correspondence for executives, with quality control and attention to detail.
  • Working knowledge of coordination requirements for preparing and approving reports, briefings, memoranda, and presentations.
  • Ability to prioritize, multitask, plan, solve problems, and adapt in a fast-paced strategic environment under minimal supervision.
  • Must have an active TS/SCI-eligible security clearance and be a U.S. citizen.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers; engage in and follow audible communications in emergencies; and sit for prolonged periods at a desk and computer.
Responsibilities
  • Manage daily Front Office activities and maintain a professional work environment by following Senior Executive Service protocols.
  • Plan and schedule meetings, receive visitors, and interact with the public in a fast-paced, publicly visible Department of Defense organization.
  • Transmit information, obtain and assemble data, prepare and review presentations, communicate within and outside the directorate, and coordinate calendar and event scheduling.
  • Integrate support activities to prepare leadership for meetings and engagements; process incoming requests and communications, triage them, and record internal and external correspondence.
  • Manage, maintain, and synchronize executive personnel calendars and schedules; resolve conflicts, orchestrate changes, and reprioritize to promote productivity.
  • Author, review, and edit notes, internal memoranda, and official correspondence; track taskers and open actions based on senior staff input and guidance.
  • Answer and maintain telephone communications, take messages, and refer calls to the appropriate person or office.
  • Greet and escort high-level officials and other guests visiting the organization.
  • Maintain a presentable Front Office, address facility concerns, and maintain adequate office supplies.
  • Support office security administration by facilitating security clearances and visit requests for personnel and visitors.
  • Maintain electronic and, as directed by the Government, paper copies of office documents, including letters, memoranda, reports, and briefings.
  • Assist government personnel with official travel and logistics using the Defense Travel System in compliance with the Joint Travel Regulations.
  • Process incoming correspondence, including email and facsimile, and route it to the appropriate person for response and action.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with DoD 5110.4-M, Manual for Written Material.

About the company

Nakupuna Companies is an NH(O)-owned group of eight 8(a) small disadvantaged businesses that offer management consulting, IT, facilities support, and environmental services. They help government and other clients solve technical, programmatic, and logistical challenges by delivering integrated, practical solutions with a national footprint and the agility of a small business. Their difference comes from NHO ownership, access to 8(a) contracting benefits, a diverse nationwide workforce, and close collaboration with government partners while supporting Native Hawaiian communities. Their goal is to provide impactful solutions to customers while advancing opportunities for Native Hawaiian communities and building durable partnerships.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Honolulu, Hawaii

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • Nakupuna ranked No. 5 in USA TODAY’s 2026 Top Workplaces list.
  • WTOP named Nakupuna the DC Area’s No. 1 Top Workplace in June 2026.
  • Hawaii Business ranked Nakupuna No. 39 in August 2026, signaling durable momentum.

What critics are saying

  • PrimeRFP shows 96% of obligations from DoD, making revenue dangerously concentrated.
  • PrimeRFP flags $170.1M in recompetes within 24 months, including 2026 expirations.
  • If set-aside eligibility or NHO control changes, Nakupuna’s federal model breaks.

What makes Nakupuna Companies unique

  • Nakupuna’s Native Hawaiian Organization ownership preserves 8(a) set-aside access.
  • Its 2026 federal vehicles span OASIS+ 8(a), STARS III, and GSA MAS.
  • Headquartered in Hawaiʻi, it pairs local community credibility with Arlington federal reach.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options