Strategic Communications Manager - Secret

Sunayu Llc; Camp Springs (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and Vision

FSA/DCFS/HSa

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Education assistance

PTO

Federal holidays

401k with match

Job summary

Sunayu, LLC seeks an IT Strategic Communications Manager to support the AFNCR ITS program at Joint Base Andrews, MD. You will develop, maintain, and improve the AFNCR ITS Catalog and lead communications aligned with Air Force goals.

The role requires government-facing communications, executive briefings, and collaboration with UX teams to enhance customer experience and mission support.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic communications planning.
• Ability to coordinate messaging across bases and squadrons.
• Advise leadership on best practices for communications.
• Support IT program messaging with process improvement.
• Train personnel on effective communication techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strategic communications plan within AFNCR.
• Develop and implement comms strategies supporting Air Force operations.
• Coordinate messaging across squadrons, bases, and departments.
• Advise leadership on communication best practices and strategy.
• Ensure IT communications align with broader military objectives.
• Create newsletters and notifications for IT service updates.
• Prepare executive-level briefings and white papers as needed.
• Engage with base leadership to strengthen customer-IT partnerships.

Skills

Strategic comms plan

Technical writing

Stakeholder engagement

Executive briefing

Policy alignment

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Category: Intermediate Technical Subject Matter Specialist - Secret

Location: Andrews AFB

Clearance: Secret

Travel Required: No

Remote Type: No

Sunayu, LLC is hiring a customer-oriented Information Technology (IT) Strategic Communications Manager to support the Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR) IT Services (ITS) program at Joint Base Andrews (JBA), MD,

The successful candidate will assist the Government staff by developing, maintaining, and improving the AFNCR ITS Catalog and provide continuous process improvement analysis in support of those services.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a strategic communications plan within the Air Force District of Washington.


• Develop and implement communication strategies that support Air Force operations and policy objectives.


• Coordinate messaging across squadrons, bases, and departments to ensure consistency in internal and external communications.


• Advise leadership on communication best practices and strategic messaging.


• Ensure alignment with Department of the Air Force (DAF) and other Air Force entities information technology goals by integrating communication efforts with broader military strategies.


• Train personnel on effective communication techniques.


• Establish a consistent on-site presence within the Base Communications Squadrons, engaging with unit leadership to anticipate mission impacts, communicate program capabilities, and strengthen the partnership between the customer and the Air Force.


• Guides and assists squadron commanders in the development of executive tours, mission briefs, and flyers to distinguished visitors.


• Assist the User Experience (UX) Manager in the delivery of UX Strategic Initiatives and/or


• Projects.Ensure communications plans support the customer experience and ensure their organization meets customers expectations and goals.


• Develop and maintain a newsletter aimed at increasing visibility and best use of IT services in the Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR).


• Develop notifications to Airmen (NOTAMs) for AFNCR users to properly understand interruptions or changes to existing IT service offerings.


• Develop flyers or advertisements to assist communications squadron commanders on projects or changes to existing IT services.As a member of the Operations Fusion Team (OFT), the candidate should be able to respond to short notice tasks or requests for information, and organize/establish meetings.


• Serve as direct strategic counsel to the commander on high-visibility IT operations, synthesizing complex operational data to accelerate and drive executive decision-making across the AFNCR.


• Architect and deliver authoritative, data-centric briefings, white papers, and executive summaries tailored specifically for General Officers, SES personnel, and senior AFNCR and SAF leadership to shape enterprise IT posture and strategic policy.


• Spearhead critical intelligence and operational exchange between the operational squadrons, and premier mission partners including HAF

Who We Are

Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests.

Culture

Our strength lies in our community:Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication. At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission-we grow together.

Career Development

We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.

Pay Rate

Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• 3 Medical Plan Options


• Dental and Vision


• FSA, DCFSA, HSA


• Life/AD&D Insurance


• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Training and Educational Assistance


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 11 Federal holidays


• 401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.