Strategic Communications Support with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 215,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a Strategic Communications Support (Level 4) to join our team. This role develops and executes strategic communication campaigns under DoD policies, conducts research, writes speeches, briefs leaders, and manages social media content to support high-impact missions.

The successful candidate will coordinate senior leader engagements, oversee projects, prepare briefing materials, and provide analytics on communications effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 15+ years of DoD strategic communications experience.
• 5+ years supporting SAP/SCI environments within the past five years.
• Ability to obtain government polygraph if required.
• Experience advising senior executives and military leadership on communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Strategic Communications Support to the Director of Communications.
• Develop and deliver briefings, speeches, presentations, and messaging for senior leadership.
• Manage senior leader speaker request process and ensure ethics review compliance.
• Plan and execute strategic communications outreach events and engagements.
• Manage official social media platforms per DoD Public Affairs policies.
• Develop internal communications and messaging guidance to support organizational objectives.
• Coordinate participation in space, defense, and industry forums.
• Support leadership with communication taskers and briefing materials.
• Create branding and outreach materials for conferences and events.
• Collect and report communication metrics for stakeholders.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD strategic communications

SAP/SCI environment

Polygraph eligibility

Executive advisory experience

Education

MA/MS/ME degree 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

• 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

Requirements 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.