ALTA IT Services has a direct hire opportunity for a Strategic Communications Analyst to support a federal end-customer. Strategic Communications Analyst Washington, DC (Hybrid, On-Site as Needed)
Direct Hire/Permanent Placement
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Salary: 120K As a Strategic Communications Analyst, your role is integral in ensuring our client’s strategic vision is captured and implemented across the organization. You will support the Change Management and Mission Experience team and its leadership by supporting strategic communications development, refinement, and implementation. You will work with product teams to identify communication requirements, establish standard procedures for messaging, and reduce communication gaps across teams through regular engagement. You will also support developing creative communications materials and content for senior leadership and external customers to garner stakeholder support. Lines of effort may include marketing material ideation and development, developing roadmaps, defining SOPs and roles and responsibilities - with potential for future branding work. Qualifications:
• TS-SCI clearance • Bachelor’s degree 4 years’ practical experience OR Associates degree 6 years’ practical experience OR Master’s degree 2 years’ practical experience OR 8 years’ practical experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Proven experience in strategic communications, with a focus on analysis and planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with digital communications platforms and social media
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to be on-site as required at a client workspace or a SCIF located in Washington D.C Preferred Qualifications:
• 2 years’ experience serving in a Strategic Communications role
• 2 years’ experience advising, building, and managing client relationships
• Mastery of core consulting skills especially content creating and visual presentation skills
• Experience with Adobe Creative, a similar graphic design software, or strong desire to get proficient with new software
• Experience working in a Kanban based task / team structure
• Experience with Experience Management (XM), Customer Experience (Cx), or interest in this area
• Familiarity and experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), and the intel cycle
• Familiarity and experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)Experience with Experience Management (XM), Customer Experience (Cx), or interest in this area
• Familiarity and experience with the Intelligence Community (IC), and the intel cycle
• Familiarity and experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Responsibilities:
• Support implementation of the organizational strategic communication plan
• Work with product teams, to identify communication requirements, establish standard procedures for messaging, and reduce communication gaps across teams
• Identify and analyze key stakeholders, understanding their needs, concerns, and communication preferences
• Craft clear and compelling messages aligned with organizational goals and values
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and relevance of messaging Role Requirements:
• Minimum education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree Skills:
• Strategic Communications
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Requirements Communication
• Communications Planning
• Strategic Communications Planning
• Strategic Planning and Analysis
• Communications
• Change Management
• Reporting
• Presentations
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint ALTA IT Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of System One, a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions and integrated services. ALTA is an established leader in IT Staffing and Services, for both government and commercial enterprises across the United States, specializing in Program & Project Management, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Data & Advanced Analytics, and Agile Transformation Services. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor.