Strategic Communications Analyst

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Strategic Communications Analyst to support senior leadership and strategic communications operations for Space Systems Command. You will provide analyses, reporting, media monitoring, and coordination to enable informed decisions and effective execution of priorities.

The role emphasizes rigorous writing, fast-paced prioritization, and collaboration with government and private sector partners.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance; TS/SCI eligibility preferred; US citizen.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Business, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience supporting strategic communications, public affairs, executive communications, government affairs, or related functions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex information to executive-level audiences.
• Exceptional written communication, editing, and briefing development skills.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment, attention to detail, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reviews of Weekly Activity Reports (WARs), ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and relevant for senior leadership awareness.
• Identify, analyze, and elevate key developments, emerging risks, issues, and trends requiring leadership visibility or action.
• Synthesize information from multiple sources into concise, actionable summaries and executive-level communications products.
• Perform daily monitoring and assessment of news, media coverage, industry developments, and organizational mentions impacting SSC missions and priorities.
• Provide timely escalation of critical media coverage, strategic messaging considerations, and reputational risks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized electronic records management system, including document control, version management, retrieval, and archival functions.
• Support development, coordination, review, and distribution of internal and external communication products, stories, press releases, leadership messaging, and associated deliverables.
• Coordinate communication actions, suspense management, staffing packages, and approval workflows with SSC, Public Affairs, and external stakeholders.
• Support strategic communications planning and execution efforts that advance SSC organizational objectives and mission priorities.
• Serve as a backup to key StratCom personnel, ensuring continuity of operations and uninterrupted support to leadership.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality while operating in senior leader and stakeholder environments.

Skills

Written communication

Editing

Briefing development

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Discretion

Senior leadership liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Strategic Communications Analyst

KBR is seeking a Strategic Communications Analyst to support senior leadership and strategic communications operations across Space Systems Command. The successful candidate will provide analytical, reporting, media monitoring, and organizational support to enable informed decision-making, situational awareness, and effective execution of strategic communication priorities. In addition to being highly proficient in the communication field, our ideal candidate is creative, organized, highly collaborative, able to influence peers, and interacts comfortably with senior leadership across the government and private industry. An individual who can also comfortably handle multiple projects simultaneously is also strongly desired.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reviews of Weekly Activity Reports (WARs), ensuring submissions are complete, accurate, and relevant for senior leadership awareness.
• Identify, analyze, and elevate key developments, emerging risks, issues, and trends requiring leadership visibility or action.
• Synthesize information from multiple sources into concise, actionable summaries and executive-level communications products.
• Perform daily monitoring and assessment of news, media coverage, industry developments, and organizational mentions impacting SSC missions and priorities.
• Provide timely escalation of critical media coverage, strategic messaging considerations, and reputational risks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized electronic records management system, including document control, version management, retrieval, and archival functions.
• Support development, coordination, review, and distribution of internal and external communication products, stories, press releases, leadership messaging, and associated deliverables.
• Coordinate communication actions, suspense management, staffing packages, and approval workflows with SSC, Public Affairs, and external stakeholders.
• Support strategic communications planning and execution efforts that advance SSC organizational objectives and mission priorities.
• Serve as a backup to key StratCom personnel, ensuring continuity of operations and uninterrupted support to leadership.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality while operating in senior leader and stakeholder environments.

Qualifications

Required

• An active Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility preferred, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Political Science, Business, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience supporting strategic communications, public affairs, executive communications, government affairs, or related functions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex information to executive-level audiences.
• Exceptional written communication, editing, and briefing development skills.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment, attention to detail, and discretion.

Desired

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience supporting senior government or military leadership in strategic communications, public affairs, congressional affairs, or executive staff environments.
• Knowledge of Space Systems Command, U.S. Space Force, Department of the Air Force, and Department of Defense organizations and processes.
• Experience monitoring, assessing, and reporting on media coverage, public perception, and strategic communication issues.
• Ability to translate highly technical space, acquisition, and mission content into clear and compelling communication products.
• Familiarity with space acquisition programs, Congressional engagement, PPBE processes, and related stakeholder communication requirements.
• Experience developing executive summaries, leadership briefings, reports, and decision-support materials.
• Strong critical-thinking skills with demonstrated ability to identify patterns, trends, and emerging issues from large volumes of information.
• Experience with records management, document control, and collaborative information-sharing environments.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in highly visible, politically sensitive, and mission-focused environments.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site at 2424 Garden of the Gods Rd.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 25%
• Working Hours: Standard

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40hrs

Basic Compensation

$150,000 - $170,000

This range is for Colorado only.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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