Carly Kayser

Carly Kayser

Deputy Chief of Staff | Government Relations | Program Manager | Protocol Officer | Helicopter Pilot | Executive Engagement | Aviation & Mission Planning | Interagency Coordination | TS/SCI

Role
Deputy Chief of Staff at SAIC
Location
Washington, DC, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Carly Kayser

Mission-focused operations and event leader with 14 years of experience managing high-visibility engagements across government, defense, and corporate environments. Expertise includes strategic event planning, cross-functional team leadership, executive protocol, and logistics coordination for national and international audiences.Led more than executive-level events supporting senior U.S. leadership, including bilateral meetings, state ceremonies, strategic conferences, and interagency engagements. Skilled in operational execution under tight timelines, budget oversight, vendor negotiation, and delivering tailored experiences aligned with organizational objectives and service standards.Background as a U.S. Air Force helicopter instructor pilot brings strengths in risk management, operational adaptability, and leading high-performing teams in complex, time-sensitive environments.Combines strategic thinking, disciplined execution, and stakeholder engagement to deliver consistent results. Currently pursuing CMP and PMP certifications to support future leadership roles in defense consulting, strategic event operations, federal programs, or executive planning.Please feel free to reach out or connect if you’re looking for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in high-impact environments. I’m actively exploring new opportunities where I can contribute to mission-driven teams in strategic event operations, executive planning, defense consulting, or hospitality management. I welcome meaningful conversations with recruiters, hiring managers, and industry peers.

Experience

  1. Deputy Chief of Staff

    SAIC

    Jan 2026 — Present · Washington, DC, US

    Deputy Chief of Staff | Contracted to the Department of War Chief Information Officer in the C3I Directorate in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Enterprise OfficeServe as a key integrator within the DoW CIO’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Enterprise Office, advising senior leaders on enterprise-level initiatives supporting national security, GPS/PNT modernization, and cross-agency interoperability. Deliver executive communication products, strategic analysis, and high-impact tasker management for an SES-directed front office. Coordinate with military, government, and industry partners to advance PNT resilience and sustainment efforts across the Department of Defense.

Education

  • United States Air Force Academy

    Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)

    2007 — 2011

  • Elgin High School

    High School Diploma

    2003 — 2007

  • Norwich University

    Master of Arts - MA

    2020 — 2022

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