Cybersecurity Communications Project Lead

Ripple Effect; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Exceptional benefits

Work-life programs

Job summary

Ripple Effect is seeking an experienced Communications Project Manager to shape and execute communication strategies across IT and cybersecurity initiatives for a client in Arlington, VA.

The role focuses on strategic alignment, quality, and operational excellence, while leading cybersecurity awareness programs and coordinating project schedules and staff. This position requires senior-level communication leadership and DHS eligibility or related security considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Nine years of professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or related disciplines; advanced education may substitute for experience.
• At least two years of experience supervising staff or leading teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Fitness Determination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of communication strategies across projects by evaluating feasibility, managing deviations, and communicating key decisions, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
• Shape enterprise communication strategies across projects, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with client branding.
• Lead cybersecurity awareness campaigns, overseeing planning, outreach, and messaging to increase public awareness and action.
• Develop and manage integrated project schedules across communications initiatives; allocate resources to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Oversee documentation strategies across projects, ensuring compliance with contractual standards and stakeholder needs.
• Lead client relationships by anticipating needs, aligning communication solutions with objectives, and supporting business development.

Skills

Communication strategy

Leadership

Client presentations

Campaign analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in English, Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Ripple Effect is seeking an experienced Communications Project Manager to shape and execute communication strategies across IT and cybersecurity initiatives for a client in Arlington, VA.

The role focuses on strategic alignment, quality, and operational excellence, while leading cybersecurity awareness programs and coordinating project schedules and staff. This position requires senior-level communication leadership and DHS eligibility or related security considerations.