Executive Communications Writer — Secret Clearance (Hybrid)

Koniag Government Services; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Koniag Data Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, seeks a Staff Writer with a Secret clearance to support its government client in Washington, DC. The role is hybrid, with three days onsite at The Pentagon, and focuses on drafting executive communications, media responses, and congressional materials for DoW priorities.

Responsibilities include researching, drafting, and refining content for senior leadership, coordinating with subject-matter experts, and delivering timely,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Political Science, or a related field and at least four years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and six years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft professional articles for publication in support of organizational communication objectives.
• Prepare responses to media inquiries with accuracy, clarity, and appropriate coordination.
• Draft congressional testimony, correspondence, and related materials for senior leadership.
• Develop speeches, talking points, and associated briefing materials, including PowerPoint presentations for senior leaders.
• Coordinate with subject-matter experts across the Office of the Secretary of War, military commands, and other stakeholders to obtain background information, supporting details, and imagery.
• Conduct research and gather background information from authoritative sources to support the development of accurate, timely, and well-informed communication products.
• Revise draft materials to incorporate leadership and stakeholder feedback in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare communication products for public release and clearance review in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Defense communications knowledge

Senior leadership coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Communications/related field

Bachelor’s degree + 6 years experience

Job description

Koniag Data Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, seeks a Staff Writer with a Secret clearance to support its government client in Washington, DC. The role is hybrid, with three days onsite at The Pentagon, and focuses on drafting executive communications, media responses, and congressional materials for DoW priorities.

Responsibilities include researching, drafting, and refining content for senior leadership, coordinating with subject-matter experts, and delivering timely,