Attainx Inc. is hiring: Senior Communication Manager in Herndon

Job Title: Senior Communication Manager

Location: Virginia Hybrid/Remote

Citizenship: US Citizen

Security Clearance: Must have or able to obtain USCIS security clearance.

*Pending Contract Award

AttainX, Inc. is in search of an experienced Senior Communications Manager to provide expert leadership and guidance to our federal government client. The Senior Communication Manager will provide leadership in executing comprehensive communication strategies in support of the USCIS Data Strategy Support Services 3 (DSSS 3) contract. This position is responsible for managing communications across multiple functional areas, including Data Management, Data Culture, Evidence Building and Evaluation, Process Streamlining, Project Management, Communications and Front Office Support, and Streamlined Case Processing Support. This role requires an M.A. or M.S. degree and at least 10 years of experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, knowledge management, and public affairs within federal or large-scale organizational environments.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement within a government or corporate environment.
• Proven ability to develop and execute large-scale communication plans in support of complex programs.
• Expertise in technical writing, content development, and digital communication strategies.
• Experience with data visualization, executive reporting, and presenting complex technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of federal data policies and information governance frameworks.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Initiative-taker, highly motivated individual who adapts to a dynamic work environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with a current USCIS clearance or able to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferably have USCIS background and client experience.
• 10+ years of experience developing and delivering large-scale training programs.
• Knowledge of federal data policies, compliance requirements, and governance frameworks (e.g., FISMA, OMB M-19-18, Federal Data Strategy).

Duties:

1. Develop and oversee the implementation of enterprise-wide communication strategies to support USCIS’s data-driven initiatives.
2. Lead the communications management team, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure consistent messaging and high-quality deliverables.
3. Develop and maintain executive communications, including high-level memoranda, briefing materials, and agency-wide strategic messages.
4. Coordinate and execute stakeholder engagement plans, ensuring seamless communication between USCIS leadership, operational teams, and external stakeholders.
5. Direct internal and external outreach efforts to enhance awareness and adoption of USCIS data governance and management initiatives.
6. Oversee the development of content for multiple communication platforms, including web content, reports, presentations, and social media.
7. Ensure that all communication materials comply with DHS and USCIS branding, privacy, and security standards.
8. Lead communication efforts supporting data literacy initiatives across the agency, developing educational materials and training content.
9. Develop and implement strategies for knowledge management, ensuring that documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices are maintained and accessible.
10. Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative metrics, recommending improvements, as necessary.

Non-Essential Functions:

About Us:

AttainX Inc. is SBA Certified 8(a), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged WOSB (EDWOSB), CMMI Level 3, ISO 9001:2015 certified QMS and Silver Level SaFe Partner. For more than 12 years, AttainX, Inc. has delivered emergent technologies, software products, and high-quality services that meet the needs of our Federal Government customers.

The last 3 years have shown significant company growth as we have increased our contracts portfolio and hold the “Best in Class” contract vehicles, GSA MAS and OASIS Small Business and 8(a) Pools 1, 2 and 3. In addition, we are prime on several Agency Specific IDIQ’s and BPA’s with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Energy, Navy, Health and Human Service and the Defense Intelligence Agency.

AttainX is dedicated to quality and best practices for the services we provide. We understand our people are the key ingredient to ensuring our customers Mission and Goals are met with excellence.

Benefits:

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to include paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, matching 401K plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and Long & Short-Term Disability.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, we are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. These protections also extend to applicants. Follow the links below to find out more.

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Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation, please send an email to HR@AttainX.com. Indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Physical Demands:

Sitting and working on a computer for long, continuous periods each day; effective communications by telephone, email, and face-to-face; standing, walking, and sitting; handling and feeling objects or controls; reaching; talking and hearing; lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds; and specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.