Strategic Communications Support

Honu Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 215,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC seeks a Strategic Communications Support (Level 4) to develop and execute DoD-aligned campaigns. You will craft speeches, briefings, and messaging for senior leadership, manage the speaker request process, and ensure ethics compliance across communications projects.

The role requires AS/SCI clearance, extensive DoD comms experience, and the ability to navigate SAP/SCI environments while supporting senior executives and headquarters staff.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• 15+ years of DoD strategic communications experience.
• 5+ years supporting SAP/SCI environments in past 5 years.
• Ability to obtain Government polygraph if required.
• Experience advising senior executives and key stakeholders on comms initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Strategic Communications Support to the Director of Communications.
• Develop and deliver speeches, briefings, and messaging for senior leadership.
• Manage speaker requests and coordinate with counsel for ethics review.
• Plan and execute strategic communications outreach events and engagements.
• Manage official social media per DoD/DAF policies.
• Develop internal communications guidance and products supporting objectives.
• Coordinate participation in space, defense, and industry forums.
• Support leadership communication taskers and HQ requests.
• Create branding and outreach materials for conferences and events.
• Collect and report communication metrics to SAF/SQ and stakeholders.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD strategic comms

SAP/SCI experience

policy adherence

leadership advising

Education

MA/MS/ME in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified Strategic Communications Support (Level 4) to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals supporting high-impact mission objectives. As a Strategic Communications Support, you will develop and execute strategic communication campaigns in accordance with Department of the Air Force (DAF) and Department of Defense (DoD) policies and guidance. Responsibilities include conducting research, writing speeches, preparing executive presentations, drafting press releases, managing digital and social media content, and supporting senior leader engagements. You will also oversee communication projects, develop briefing materials and talking points, and provide strategic communication support to advance organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

The Strategic Communications Support will:

• Serve as the Strategic Communications Support to the Director of Communications
• Develop and deliver publicly releasable and classified briefings, speeches, presentations, and messaging for senior leadership
• Manage the senior leader speaker request process, coordinating with legal counsel to ensure compliance with ethics review requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and execute strategic communications outreach events and senior leader engagements
• Manage official social media platforms in accordance with Department of the Air Force (DAF) Public Affairs policies and guidance
• Develop internal communications, messaging guidance, and strategic communication products that support organizational objectives
• Coordinate organizational participation in space, defense, and industry forums
• Support communication-related taskers, reviews, and requests from senior leadership and headquarters staff
• Develop branding, education, and outreach materials for conferences, trade shows, and public engagement events
• Collect, analyze, and report communication metrics and provide required materials to SAF/SQ and other stakeholders

Skills and Experience

The Strategic Communications Support must have:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• 15+ years of Department of Defense (DoD) strategic communications experience with demonstrated hands‑on expertise
• 5+ years of experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environments within the past five years
• Ability to obtain and successfully complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph, if required
• Demonstrated experience advising senior executives, military leadership, and key stakeholders on strategic communications initiatives

Education and Certifications

The Strategic Communications Support must meet the following: Required

• MA/MS/ME degree in a field relevant to this functional area
• Relevant work experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $215,000.00 - USD $230,000.00 /Yr.