UpSlope Advisors is looking for a rock star Corporate Communications candidate who will provide support for the Corporate Communications Branch by applying Communications Specialists assigned to the Chief Information Security Office and support the corporate communications mission of the agency Services Directorate. The team works to support the communication needs of agency leadership and the workforce from a corporate perspective and through key mission areas, initiatives and priorities identified by the director and deputy directors. This support includes the creation, development and implementation of a variety of agency communication materials and events, to include, senior leader briefings and talking points, news and information articles, graphics and web support, marketing and branding, and events, such as town halls, brown bags, information sessions, etc.

Security Requirement:

• Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance to apply

Duties shall include:

• Support communications projects as aligned to agency five key strategic mission areas of IC ITE/Cloud Migration; Cybersecurity; Mission Evolution and Emerging Capabilities; GEOINT Standards, Architecture and Engineering; workforce development and transformation.
• Assist agency groups, divisions and offices highlight and publicize related agency mission initiatives and audiences to a variety of audience through a multitude of communications tactics.
• Develop effective communication strategies, plans and tactics that highlight and promote understanding and awareness of key functional areas of the agency directorate.
• Research, write, and coordinate news/feature articles or other communiqués, as assigned by agency Strategic Communications Division chief.
• Develop other communication products, such as briefings, marketing campaigns, aimed at increasing awareness of milestones and initiatives for a variety of audiences.
• All products shall be written in accordance with AP Style guidelines and align with agency Communications Strategy.
• Provide editing support to agency team members and agency subject matter experts on internal and external taskers, reviews, and requests, as directed by agency Communications Division Chief.
• Maintain the agency group mailbox.
• Follow established timelines, processes and procedures as well as continually look for ways to improve the overall processes, and support to agency communications mission.
• Create and manage electronic content related to agency Strategy.
• Communicate with agency and subordinate offices on the status of assignments.
• Respond to emails requesting the communications support promptly at the request of the Government to provide assistance with communication needs. (CDRL: Reports, Briefings, Evaluations, Technical Assignments, Transition Plan, White Papers etc.)
• Create communication plans and tactical calendars for assigned communication initiatives.
• Work seamlessly in a team environment, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Plan and execute communications tasks as identified and assigned by the agency Strategic Communications Division chief.
• Assist agency groups, divisions and offices highlight and publicize related agency mission initiatives and audiences to a variety of audience through a multitude of communications tactics.
• Provide editing support to agency team members and agency subject matter experts on internal and external taskers, reviews, and requests, as directed by agency Division Chief.
• Develop effective communication strategies, plans and tactics that highlight and promote understanding and awareness of key functional areas of the agency office.
• Research, write, and coordinate news/feature articles or other communiqués, as assigned by CIO-TESC Division chief.
• Maintain the agency group mailbox.
• Follow established timelines, processes and procedures as well as continually look for ways to improve the overall processes, and support to agency communications mission.
• Create and manage electronic content related to agency Strategy.
• Communicate with agency, subordinate offices and SMEs on the status of assignments.
• Plan and execute communications tasks as identified and assigned by the agency Division Chief.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Possess a bachelor degree in Communication, Journalism, English or relevant experience with 7-10 years of experience.
• Demonstrate advanced skill in oral and interpersonal communication, and writing at collegiate and professional levels, especially news and feature writing. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills with drafting documents and briefings.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing critical thinking data gathering and analytic skills.
• Demonstrated experience with AP Style guidelines.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in Communication Management with senior leadership and the remaining organization on a daily basis.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Suite to create required documentation and briefings.
• Demonstrated experience with SharePoint.

About UsUpSlope Advisors is an 8(a), professional engineering services company that provides expert mission-first technical and programmatic support for US Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and Federal agencies. As a ‘Mission First / People First’ company, we believe that success starts with the people. Our employees are the heart of our client(s) mission and enabling success for both our clients and employees requires opportunity for personal and professional growth. At UpSlope, we take pride in our ability to offer a competitive benefits package and a balanced work environment that allows our employees to thrive.