Communications and Change Manager

E-volve Technology Systems, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

E-volve Technology Systems, Inc. is seeking a Communications and Change Manager in Reston, VA, to oversee communications for IT modernization initiatives. The role requires strategic, creative thinking and involvement in developing communications strategies, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring operational readiness.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in change management, excellent communication skills, and expertise in managing diverse communication channels. A current TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in change management, communications, or project management.
• Exceptional communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in IT modernization or digital transformation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies.
• Lead operational readiness activities and e-learning initiatives.
• Manage communication calendars and campaigns across multiple initiatives.

Skills

Organizational change management

Strategic communications

Operational readiness planning

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jira

ServiceNow

Job description

Communications and Change Manager – Reston, VA 20190

Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI CI Poly

Location Note: On-Site Support Required

E-volve Technology Systems, Inc. is seeking a strategic, creative, and results-driven Communications and Change Manager to support a client’s business system modernization initiatives. This role is responsible for leading the development and execution of integrated communications and organizational change management strategies that drive awareness, engagement, operational readiness, and successful adoption of business process and technology changes.

The successful candidate will serve as the communications lead for major IT modernization initiatives, developing compelling messaging, executive presentations, stakeholder communications, and user engagement campaigns that keep diverse audiences informed, aligned, and prepared throughout the change lifecycle. This position also leads operational readiness activities, and e-learning initiatives to ensure seamless implementation and sustained adoption.

The ideal candidate combines expertise in strategic communications, change management, project management, and stakeholder engagement with exceptional writing, presentation, and visual communication skills. The ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and engaging communications for executive leadership, business stakeholders, and end users is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies that support organizational IT modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Create compelling communication artifacts, including executive presentations, newsletters, talking points, FAQs, infographics, announcements, job aids, web content, and user communications.
• Develop messaging tailored to executive leadership, business stakeholders, technical teams, and end users to promote awareness, understanding, and adoption.
• Manage communication calendars and campaigns to ensure timely, consistent, and coordinated messaging across multiple initiatives.
• Partner with program leadership to ensure all communications are accurate, consistent, audience-focused, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Measure communication effectiveness using stakeholder feedback, engagement metrics, and adoption indicators, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Demonstrate adaptability and responsiveness by incorporating stakeholder feedback, adjusting communications and change management approaches, and refining implementation strategies to meet evolving project priorities and client needs.

Change Management Strategy & Execution

• Develop and implement timely change management strategies and plans supporting business transformation and technology implementations.
• Work with product owners and major stakeholders to identify communication, training, and engagement needs.
• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies that build commitment, reduce resistance, and encourage adoption.
• Lead just-in-time learning initiatives and knowledge management efforts to reinforce organizational readiness.
• Coordinate communications, training, and change activities across business and technical teams to provide a cohesive user experience.

Operational Readiness

• Support operational readiness planning and execution to ensure people, processes, and systems are prepared for implementation.
• Identify organizational risks, readiness gaps, and cross-functional dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate readiness meetings to coordinate cross-functional and technical teams.

Program Support & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the program managers and deputy program managers, client business owners, product teams, and technical staff to support successful implementation of modernization initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on communications strategy, organizational change, and stakeholder engagement best practices.
• Mentor team members and promote effective communication and change management practices across the organization.

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in organizational change management, strategic communications, and operational readiness planning and execution.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven experience developing executive-level presentations, communication campaigns, newsletters, briefing materials, and user-facing communications.
• Strong storytelling, editing, presentation design, and content development skills, including the creative use of graphics, branding, and visual templates.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence all organizational levels.
• Experience supporting IT modernization, digital transformation, or enterprise system implementation initiatives preferred.
• Proficiency in change management methodologies and best practices.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, and Visio).
• Experience using SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and collaboration platforms.
• Experience with Jira, ServiceNow, or comparable service management and work tracking tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience supporting senior program managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of complex programs.

Qualifications

Required:

• U.S. citizenship
• Current TS/SCI Security clearance
• Current CI poly or eligibility to obtain CI polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree, and 8+ years of relevant experience in change management, communications, project management, or related roles

Preferred:

• Experience in a highly regulated or government contracting environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies or product management frameworks.
• Certification in Change Management (e.g., Prosci, CCMP).

Compensation: $160,000 - $180,000 (annualized USD). This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position and is one component of E‑volve’s total compensation package for employees.

E‑volve Technology Systems, Inc. provides Mission Operations, Information Technology Management, and Intelligence Analysis support services to advance National Security and other Federal Government programs within the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence, and Civilian government agencies. For more information please visit us at www.e-volvetechsystems.com.

E‑volve Technology Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We comply with Form I‑9 identity and legal work authorization requirements for Employment Eligibility Verification in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA).

Please email any questions to: resumes@e‑volvetechsystems.com