Communications and Engagement Specialist

R-00157400

Description

Are you ready for a rewarding career challenge?

Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

The Leidos Nation Security Sector currently has an opening for a Communications and Engagement Specialist to work in our Alexandria VA, and Pentagon locations. This exciting opportunity will use your experience to support DoD Senior Leadership, and Executive working groups.

Key Responsibilities: In this dynamic role, you will:

• Lead the coordination of the Competition Assessment Steering Group (CASG) and office-wide events, ensuring seamless scheduling, stakeholder engagement, and detailed documentation.
  
• Compile and draft essential reports, such as the weekly SITREP, to keep leadership informed on major actions and milestones.
  
• Create polished external products, including slide decks, briefing materials, and strategic communications like PCAT 101—guaranteeing consistency and impact.
  
• Oversee and maintain distribution lists across internal and external networks, keeping communication streamlined and up-to-date.
  
• Administer the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) website to inform the Department of PCAT’s latest actions and assessments.
  
• Spearhead planning for director visits, fostering meaningful connections with organizations and commands.
  
• Facilitate smooth onboarding and out-processing for PCAT team members, ensuring a seamless experience.
  
• Provide proactive support for ad-hoc initiatives, collaborating effectively across the team as needed.
  

What You Bring: To excel in this role, you’ll need:

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, especially within committee or working group environments.
  
• Bachelor’s degree coupled with at least 3 years of experience supporting executive staff across classified and unclassified settings (or Masters Degree and 2 years).
  
• Proven ability to manage executive schedules, organize meetings, and coordinate events in diverse environments.
  
• Advanced computer proficiency, with expertise in data management and electronic process optimization to enhance efficiency.
  
• Strong administrative skills, including handling travel arrangements, maintaining calendars, and facilitating correspondence.
  
• Exceptional communication skills to prepare effective reports and memos with minimal oversight.
  
• Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification to showcase advanced project management proficiency.
  
• Hands-on experience within the Department of Defense and familiarity with its operational nuances.
  
• Detail-oriented approach with exceptional organization and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions aligned with established policies and procedures.
  
• Team-player mentality, thriving in collaborative environments with federal and contractor staff.
  
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office suite applications, emphasizing document creation, presentations, and spreadsheets.
  
• Experience safeguarding classified materials in compliance with regulatory standards.
  

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Why Join Us? Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to [insert team goals, mission, or impactful outcomes]. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make meaningful contributions while growing your career in an inspiring, supportive setting.

EIO2024

Original Posting: April 11, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $63,700.00 - $115,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.