Strategic Communications Manager

Spry Methods, Inc.; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Spry Methods, Inc. seeks a Strategic Communications Manager to lead enterprise communications, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement across federal and DoD missions.

You will develop and execute strategic plans, draft executive materials, and coordinate across multiple audiences and channels to improve coordination and mission visibility. Responsibilities include creating talking points, briefings, and multimedia content, managing digital communications, and supporting outreach campaigns

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 12+ years of experience in strategic communications or equivalent, or 8–10 years with a Bachelor’s degree; 6–8 years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience supporting communications in federal, DoD, intelligence, or cyberspace environments.
• Experience supporting public affairs, communications, or outreach programs within federal or defense environments.
• Familiarity with DoD communication processes and coordination with Public Affairs Offices.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategies across multiple audiences and platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level materials.
• Experience developing communication products including reports, briefings, and multimedia content.
• Ability to coordinate across stakeholders and manage multiple communication efforts simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure consistency and accuracy of messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic communication plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Draft and refine talking points, briefings, reports, and messaging materials.
• Support executive communications by consolidating inputs and preparing leadership-ready materials.
• Coordinate public affairs and communication activities for messaging and branding consistency.
• Plan and support outreach events, campaigns, and stakeholder engagements.
• Manage and update communication content across digital platforms, publications, and presentations.
• Produce visual communication products, including graphics, reports, and multimedia content.
• Maintain communication workflows for timely development, review, and dissemination of materials.
• Support stakeholder engagement through preparation of materials, coordination, and documentation.
• Maintain templates and processes to ensure messaging consistency across teams.
• Track activities and develop reports to support performance visibility and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communications

Multi-channel messaging

Written communication

Coordination across teams

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Spry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments.

Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview:)

The Strategic Communications Manager supports enterprise communications, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement efforts by developing and executing communication strategies that align with organizational objectives. The role ensures consistent, accurate, and timely messaging across internal and external audiences, supporting leadership communications, outreach initiatives, and mission visibility. This position integrates content development, executive communications, and multi-channel messaging to improve coordination, strengthen engagement, and enable informed decision‑making across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute strategic communication plans aligned with organizational priorities and objectives
• Draft and refine communication products, including talking points, briefings, reports, and messaging materials
• Support executive communications by consolidating inputs, editing content, and preparing leadership‑ready materials
• Coordinate public affairs and communication activities to ensure consistency in messaging and branding
• Plan and support outreach events, communication campaigns, and stakeholder engagements
• Manage and update communication content across digital platforms, publications, and presentations
• Produce visual communication products, including graphics, reports, and multimedia materials
• Maintain communication workflows to ensure timely development, review, and dissemination of materials
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts through preparation of materials, coordination, and documentation
• Maintain communication standards, templates, and processes to ensure consistency across teams
• Track communication activities and develop reports to support performance visibility and continuous improvement

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

• Active Secret security clearance
• 12+ years of experience in strategic communications or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience (8‑10 years with Bachelor’s degree; 6‑8 years with Master’s degree)
• Experience supporting communications in federal, DoD, intelligence, or cyberspace environments
• Experience supporting public affairs, communications, or outreach programs within federal or defense environments
• Familiarity with DoD communication processes, policies, and coordination with Public Affairs Offices
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing communication strategies across multiple audiences and platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of executive‑level materials
• Experience developing communication products, including reports, briefings, and multimedia content
• Ability to coordinate across stakeholders and manage multiple communication efforts simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure consistency and accuracy of messaging

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience developing digital content, including web, multimedia, and data visualization products
• Experience supporting executive communications and senior leadership engagements
• Experience planning and executing events, conferences, or stakeholder engagements

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

This position is tied to a federal proposal effort. Employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of the customer’s onboarding and security requirements. Start dates and final reporting instructions will be confirmed upon award.