Leidos · 13 hours ago
Senior Communications Manager, Homeland Security
Reston, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $190K/yr
12+ years expLeidos is seeking a seasoned communications powerhouse to lead all communications and marketing activities for a key national security and critical infrastructure-focused business area in their Homeland sector. The role involves developing and executing integrated strategies to elevate visibility and strengthen reputation with key government agencies.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
External Communications: Develop high-impact content (press releases, op-eds, feature articles, website copy and social media posts) that demonstrates thought leadership and supports business and campaign objectives
Strategic Communications Planning: Design and implement comprehensive, integrated communications and marketing campaigns that reinforce Leidos’ leadership in national security and technology
Media Relations: Working closely with corporate and media colleagues, develop proactive media engagement, including cultivating relationships with trade reporters, pitching stories, managing inquiries and coordinating public statements
Executive & Leadership Communications: Partner with business area leadership to draft and refine speeches, talking points, presentations and commentary for homeland security focused audiences, conferences and publications. Create clear, compelling internal communications that keep employees informed about business priorities, sector achievements and leadership perspectives. Collaborate with Corporate Communications to drive employee engagement and ensure message alignment
Internal Communications & Employee Engagement Develop internal communications that inform and engage employees around business priorities and customer impact, ensuring internal audiences are considered and aligned as a core stakeholder group. Act as primary administrator for select intranet pages, ensuring information is accurate, current and engaging
Events & Thought Leadership: Develop messaging and provide on-site support for major trade shows, customer forums, employee town halls and industry events
Issues & Crisis Communications: Provide counsel and content support for sensitive issues, including drafting holding statements and coordinating responses with leadership and corporate teams
Collaboration & Alignment: Coordinate with the broader Corporate Communications team, other sector and business area communicators and external partners (e.g., national security associations, coalitions) to ensure consistency and maximize visibility
Measurement & Reporting: Track communications performance and provide metrics-driven insights to refine strategies and demonstrate impact
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field and 12+ years of progressive experience in communications, with a strong focus on critical infrastructure, technology and/or government agencies. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirements
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with mastery of AP style and the ability to translate complex technical and policy topics into compelling narratives
Experience collaborating with senior executives as a strategic communications advisor
Demonstrated success in developing and executing integrated communications strategies
Strong project management skills and the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms (Teams, SharePoint)
Ability to operate with initiative, discretion and sound judgment in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Preferred
Experience supporting national security, aviation security, border protection, law enforcement or critical infrastructure missions
Established media relations experience and relationships, particularly with national or homeland security trade reporters
Familiarity with U.S. government customers, acquisition cycles and the competitive landscape
Experience working with and supporting global colleagues in allied countries
Eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance, if needed
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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