Strategic Communications Specialist

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers’ business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values—passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness—and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.Together, we know our people are our difference—for our clients and our colleagues.Are you ready to:Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?Be the difference and make it happen?Role SummaryMetaPhase is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist with a minimum of 3+ years of experience to be a part of a Federal team supporting the Office of Strategy, Policy and Plans (SPP) within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). SPP promotes the integration of policy and strategy across all CISA’s mission areas and is responsible for carrying out the organization’s mission to reduce cyber and physical risks to critical infrastructure.This team works closely to provide support for program and policy management services, policy and strategy analysis, knowledge management, and planning.What You Will Be DoingDevelop an OCM Plan to outline the recommended approach and activities to provide strategic stakeholder management, change management and communications support throughout the deployment lifecycle.The contractor shall conduct process assessments and propose and implement process improvements for the development, implementation, maintenance, monitoring and implementation of Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) and Director Priority Initiatives (DPIs).Create and execute on a communications plan which establishes a cadence to provide strategic communications for new processes and technologies ultimately embraced by stakeholders.Support the development of national policy, strategy, and legislative materials.Intake complex concepts and solutions and translate them into multiple types of documents, including but not limited to: policies, plans, requirements, diagrams, operating procedures, and reports.Work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including academia and subject matter experts.Track and manage multiple tasks and deliverables simultaneously.Leverage communication and organizational skills to create communication materials, standard operating procedures, and support event logistics and operations.What We Need From You (Required)3+ years in federal consulting, program and policy management services, policy and strategy analysis, knowledge management, and correspondence and task management.Strong English language writing skills, communications, and interpersonal skills.Active Top-Secret Clearance.Ability to manage, prioritize, and track multiple complex tasks.Due to US government contract requirements, this role will require U.S. citizenship (no exceptions).Minimum of 5 years of experience in Management consulting, Organizational Change management, Project management and/or Operational process improvement.Strong research and process analysis and improvement skills.Experience using Adobe, and other relevant tools with strong research experience.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Bonus Points (Desired)Expertise in program research methodologies and best practices.Expertise with guidelines such as CISA Style Guide, Section 508, and Plain Writing Act.Work LocationArlington – Ballston (hybrid)TravelNoneEducation LevelMin. BA/BS required (MA/MS preferred) in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, communications or public affairs, English, journalism, creative writing, business and administration, etc.)Clearance LevelTop Secret; U.S. Citizenship required (NO EXCEPTIONS)Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is 85k-100k.About MetaPhase ConsultingMetaPhase Consulting is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:Fastest GrowingInc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies – 2021, 2022, 2023Best Places to WorkWashington Post Best Places to Work – 2022, 2023Washington's Business Journal’s Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022Virginia Business Magazine's Best Places to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms – 2020Company & Individual Awards2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business - CEO of the Year2021 FedScoop 50 - Industry Leadership Award Nominee2021, 2023 Moxie Award Finalist2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist – Brett McLaren2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 – Brett McLaren2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in Leadership Awards – Beth Angerman2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business – Fred Costa2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award2023 Elev8 Gov Con Finalist2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 MillionMetaPhase Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.

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