Mid-Level Mission Advocate

Niyam IT; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Hours

Remote Work Opportunities

Career Development

Collaborative Culture

Diversity & Inclusion

Meaningful Mission Impact

Job summary

Niyam IT in Springfield, VA is seeking a Mid-Level Mission Advocate to develop, edit, and produce high‑quality written and visual communications for senior and executive audiences.

You will prepare briefings, talking points, and reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with strategic messaging while collaborating with Mission Advocacy teams, subject matter experts, and UI/UX professionals on client sites.

Qualifications

• US citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain TS clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Strategic Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
• Ability to work onsite at client location in Springfield, VA.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex IC or DoD Mission IT capabilities to stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strategic engagement and communication plans.
• Experience in developing talking points, briefings, official correspondence, and articles for executive level.
• Experience with IC or DoD in producing visualizations and communications.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and prepare briefings, talking points, reports, and other communication products for senior and executive audiences.
• Coordinate with leadership to align messaging with priorities and goals.
• Review and edit materials for grammar, style, and accuracy.
• Develop high-quality graphics and visual content to enhance presentations and reports.
• Collaborate with Mission Advocacy and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure cohesive messaging.
• Coordinate with UI/UX professionals to maintain design standards across products.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

US Citizenship

TS clearance

Strong writing

Visual communications

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Related field

Job description

About Niyam IT (Niyam)

Founded in 2007 by a team of visionary consultants, Niyam IT was built on the belief that exceptional technology solutions are created through the perfect balance of disciplined processes, innovation, and passion. For nearly 20 years, we have been a trusted partner to the U.S. Federal Government, delivering mission-critical IT solutions that support Emergency Preparedness and Response, Civilian Agencies, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety organizations across the nation.

At Niyam, excellence is more than a goal. It is embedded in everything we do. Our commitment to quality, security, and continuous improvement is demonstrated through our CMMI DEV Level 3 accreditation, ISO certifications (ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1, and ISO/IEC 27001), and active CMMC Level 2 certification.

We are committed to fostering an exceptional workplace where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Niyam is proud to have been recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to cultivating a culture built on collaboration, excellence, innovation, and the success of our employees.

Join Niyam and become part of a team where your talents help drive meaningful missions that serve and protect communities nationwide.

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Hours: We understand that life extends beyond the traditional workday. Our flexible scheduling options empower you to balance your professional responsibilities while making time for what matters most.
• Remote Work Opportunities: Work where you perform best. Niyam embraces flexibility and offers remote work options that support productivity, collaboration, and work-life integration.
• Professional Growth & Development: At Niyam, you're not just taking a job, you're building a career. We invest in our employees through fully funded training, certifications, mentorship opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement.
• Exceptional People: Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. You'll work alongside talented, supportive, and mission-driven professionals who are passionate about making an impact and helping one another succeed.
• Innovative & Collaborative Culture: We foster an environment where creativity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and teamwork drives success. At Niyam, innovation and collaboration are part of our DNA.
• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We believe our greatest strength lies in our people. Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are celebrated, creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.
• Meaningful Work with Purpose: Join a team that supports critical federal missions and delivers innovative solutions that make a difference for government agencies and the communities they serve.

Niyam is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Mission Advocate to support one of our federal clients. The Mid-Level Mission Advocate is responsible for developing, editing, and producing high-quality written and visual communications that address complex mission topics and support leadership objectives. This role prepares briefings, talking points, reports, and other communication products for senior and executive-level audiences, ensuring accuracy, clarity, consistency, and alignment with strategic messaging. Working collaboratively with Mission Advocacy team members, Agency subject matter experts, NGA’s Office of Corporate Communications, and UI/UX professionals, the Mid-Level Mission Advocate develops compelling narrative and graphical content that effectively communicates mission priorities. The ideal candidate has strong writing, editing, and visual communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position will work onsite at client location in Springfield, VA.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and prepare briefings, talking points, reports, and other communication products addressing complex mission topics for senior and executive-level audiences.
• Execute strategic communications objectives by ensuring all products align with leadership’s intent, messaging priorities, and organizational goals.
• Review and edit written materials for grammar, spelling, style, clarity, logical flow, accuracy, and consistency.
• Develop high-quality graphics and visual content to enhance presentations, reports, and other mission-related communication products.
• Collaborate with Mission Advocacy team members, Agency subject matter experts, and NGA’s Office of Corporate Communications to gather information and produce accurate, cohesive messaging.
• Coordinate with UI/UX professionals to maintain consistent design standards, visual presentation, and overall look and feel across PEO-GG products.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong organizational practices and delivering precise, polished, and error-free products.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• US Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Strategic Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• Ability to work onsite at client location in Springfield, VA.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate complex IC or DoW Mission IT capabilities via a variety of communication tools to stakeholders and oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic engagement and communication plans.
• Demonstrated experience in developing talking points, briefings, official correspondence, and articles for executive level.
• Demonstrated specialized experience with IC or DOD in producing visualizations and communications within publication policies.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Demonstrated specialized experience with the NGA and/or other IC Agency missions and communications policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Artificial Intelligence.
• Demonstrated knowledge of PEO-GG systems.

Why Join Niyam

• Award-Winning Culture: Proudly recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace for two consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for four consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to employee engagement, growth, and excellence.
• Meaningful Mission Impact: Join a small business trusted by federal agencies to deliver innovative solutions that support critical national missions.
• Drive Innovation: Play a key role in shaping the future of Niyam’s proprietary technology accelerators, including GeoCube®, SPHERE®, and RisQ®, which are used to solve complex challenges across the federal government.
• Accelerate Your Career: Benefit from a transparent career framework designed to support continuous learning, professional development, and advancement opportunities, including progression to Distinguished Engineer and other technical leadership roles.
• Collaborative, People-First Environment: Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional results while supporting one another's success.

Join Niyam and help us win the work that matters.

Application Deadline:This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.