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Communications Specialist - Web Developer

SAIC, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107

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Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced

Communications Specialist - Web Developer

to support high-priority

Front Office (FO) communications . This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-visibility impact on an evolving mission that requires a self-motivated, creative individual to work with a talented and dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in

Strategic Communications and Joomla web development , ensuring effective digital engagement and content management

Job Responsibilities Develop and distribute internal communications aligned with strategic messaging. Draft and publish workforce messages promoting

FO events

such as

All Hands meetings . Gather and summarize key topics for the

weekly newsletter

to engage the workforce. Design and maintain websites that adhere to

best practices, accessibility guidelines, and branding requirements . Build, modify, and enhance website functionality using

Joomla, HTML, CSS, JavaScript,

and other relevant technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, and technical teams to develop and update digital content. Create and implement

visually appealing, user-friendly

web pages and newsletters. Ensure compliance with

Section 508, GDPR, CCCA , and other regulatory standards. Identify and resolve website issues, coordinating with IT and external vendors as needed. Monitor and analyze

website performance

using

Google Analytics , reporting on key metrics. Gather content requirements and update web

text, images, videos, and multimedia . Provide

editorial quality control

and support

mass email distribution

via

EDGE Mass Email Tool . Format, design, and troubleshoot

automated subscription emails

in

Joomla Acymailing , providing performance metrics. Work with FO staff to develop and deploy

new communication strategies . Act as a

technical liaison

between users, managers, and developers. Qualifications

Required Qualifications Active TS/SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph required Bachelor's degree (four years of relevant experience may substitute in lieu of a degree) and fifteen (15) years or more experience; Masters and thirteen (13) years or more experience; PhD or JD and (10) years or more experience. Extensive experience in

Strategic Communications

and

Joomla CMS web development Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong

project management

skills; ability to

manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Creative mindset

with a keen eye for

design and user experience (UI/UX) Knowledge of

website UX, accessibility compliance

(Section 508, GDPR, CCCA) Strong

analytical skills

with a

data-driven approach

to content optimization Familiarity with

Adobe Creative Suite

(Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) Proficiency in

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, GitHub Experience with

SharePoint, WordPress, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft OneNote

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.