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Guidehouse · 3 hours ago

Strategic Communications & Outreach Specialist

positionChantilly, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$98K/yr - $163K/yr
date4+ years exp

Guidehouse is a company that specializes in operational effectiveness and supports federal national security agencies. They are seeking a Strategic Communications & Outreach Specialist to plan and execute communication strategies, ensuring clear messaging for stakeholders and translating complex concepts into accessible formats.

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badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Develop and execute internal and external communication strategies aligned to mission objectives
Produce executive‑level briefings, reports, presentations, and written materials
Plan and conduct external user and stakeholder briefings
Collect, synthesize, and communicate stakeholder feedback to internal teams
Ensure consistent messaging across threads, components, and partners
Translate technical content into accessible messaging for non‑technical audiences
Track effectiveness of communications and recommend improvements

Qualification

Strategic communicationsStakeholder engagementExecutive-level briefingsPublic affairsTechnical content translationJIRA familiarityManage prioritiesExperience in classified environmentsIntelligence Community experienceDepartment of Defense experienceWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skills

Required

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph
Bachelor's Degree
FOUR (4) or more years' experience in strategic communications, public affairs, and/or stakeholder engagement

Preferred

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work directly with technical and executive audiences
Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Intelligence Community or Department of Defense experience
Familiarity with JIRA or similar collaboration tools
Experience supporting classified environments

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

Company

Guidehouse

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Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
dateFounded in 2018
location
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://guidehouse.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$0.75M
Key Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M

Leadership Team

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Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
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Alicia Harkness
Partner
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