Senior Staff Writer — Executive Communications (Secret Clearance)

Koniag Government Services; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

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 KDS and our government customer in Washington, DC. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days on-site.

The role supports senior leadership by developing clear, compelling written products, including executive communications, media responses, congressional materials, and public-facing content aligned with Department of War priorities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s with related experience.
• Active Secret security clearance required; ability to obtain Top-Secret Department of War clearance.

Responsibilities

• Draft professional articles for publication supporting organizational communication objectives.
• Prepare responses to media inquiries with accuracy and clarity.
• Draft congressional testimony, correspondence, and related materials for senior leadership.
• Develop speeches, talking points, and briefing materials for senior leaders.
• Coordinate with subject-matter experts across the Office of the Secretary of War, commands, and stakeholders.
• Conduct research from authoritative sources to support accurate, timely communication products.
• Revise draft materials incorporating leadership feedback promptly.
• Prepare communication products for public release and clearance per policy.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Defense communications knowledge

Leadership collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Communications/Journalism/English/Political Science or 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 KDS and our government customer in Washington, DC. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days on-site.

The role supports senior leadership by developing clear, compelling written products, including executive communications, media responses, congressional materials, and public-facing content aligned with Department of War priorities.