Communications Specialist

Job Family:

Cyber Consulting

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is seeking a Communications Specialist to support information technology (IT) security communications initiatives for the Department of State (DOS). This position will be responsible for performing and coordinating a range of communications and related tasks as part of a program management support team. The individual must possess a high level of experience consulting for the federal government and be proficient at framing, developing, reviewing, and presenting communications deliverables to senior-level clients with minimal supervision. The individual must also be well informed on current IT security issues and relevant federal requirements and regulations. Strong technical writing and editing abilities are required.

Regular responsibilities include communications planning and coordination, performing technical writing and editing of contract deliverables, and developing templates to address contract deliverables and system gate reviews. The individual will provide a variety of program management responsibilities and a willingness to be flexible in supporting numerous work products and deliverables, which may include meeting support, process documentation, and the development of organizational communications documents of varying types.

Day-to-day tasks include some or all of the following:

• Perform technical writing and editing and collaborate with SMEs to develop IT security communications deliverables.

• Establish and manage formal communications functions and processes for a Front Office team including office communications plan, SOPs and guidelines, executive engagements, and DOS correspondence.

• Coordinate the planning, development, review, and dissemination of organizational communications relevant to the implementation of IT security guidance and solutions including DOS strategies, programs, policies, and processes.

• Assist in the drafting and editing of data call responses to Congress, federal agencies, and DOS senior leaders.

• Write in a clear, non-technical, accessible, compelling, authentic, and accurate way about a broad range of issues

• In consultation with DOS communications teams, organize, manage, and develop content for internal and external engagements including client media engagements, webinars, townhalls, and symposiums.

• Leverage attention to detail, flexibility, and initiative in managing assignments to adapt to quickly changing client priorities and ad hoc requests.

• Consistently deliver high-quality services and deliverables to clients.

• Present information/lead meetings and work directly with senior-level clients

• Progress tracking, reporting, and coordinating tasks across all phases of development and delivery

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and CURRENT SECRET federal security clearance

• Bachelor's degree

• FIVE (5) or more years of experience in communications

• Experience with capturing voice and speech writing and in supporting a senior executive or government official and engaging with executives across large organizations

• Ability to perform independent research, verify facts rapidly, and produce on tight deadlines

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• An ACTIVE and CURRENT TOP SECRET/SCI federal security clearance

• Security+ certification

• Experience working in the Department of State or another Federal government agency environment is a plus

• Advanced familiarity with Microsoft Office, project management, and team management skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and switch between tasks quickly

• Passion for continuous learning

• Knowledge of widely used style guides and foundational principles of English grammar

• Demonstrated understanding of technical cybersecurity concepts, frameworks, policies, strategies, and federal requirements

• Demonstrated ability to apply fundamental cybersecurity concepts to tasks and projects

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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