Head of Energy Communications & Brand Strategy

Leidos; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Energy seeks a seasoned Communications Director to shape messaging and elevate visibility for a ~$1.3B business with growth ambitions. You will lead a team of communications and marketing professionals, partnering with Energy leadership to craft integrated campaigns across multiple channels, while aligning internal communications with organizational priorities.

Based in the Washington, D.C. metro area with a Reston, VA base, this senior role requires boundary-spanning collaboration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, PR, journalism, marketing, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive communications experience in infrastructure/engineering or tech-adjacent sectors.
• 5+ years of supervising/leading teams with a track record of developing leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications across earned, owned, and paid channels to support growth and brand leadership.
• Oversee executive and internal communications, and coach senior leaders on change management and narrative development.
• Manage a team of communications professionals and the department budget, ensuring alignment with brand standards.

Skills

Strategic communications

Executive writing

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams/SharePoint

Job description

Leidos Energy seeks a seasoned Communications Director to shape messaging and elevate visibility for a ~$1.3B business with growth ambitions. You will lead a team of communications and marketing professionals, partnering with Energy leadership to craft integrated campaigns across multiple channels, while aligning internal communications with organizational priorities.

Based in the Washington, D.C. metro area with a Reston, VA base, this senior role requires boundary-spanning collaboration,