Strategic Communications Specialist

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R24388

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can:
Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.
* Export Control/ITAR:
* Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
** Please review the job details below.
** This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with CI polygraph.

The Strategic Communications Specialist will work independently and as part of a cross-functional team comprised of technical experts supporting an established and growing Intelligence Community (IC) mission. You will help the government with planning and reporting support for a DoD special access program (SAP). You will need to quickly understand complex technical concepts, make assessments, and articulate your recommendations to the customer.

Our ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, is detail-oriented, service-focused, curious, adaptive, and looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact to our country’s national defense. Previous experience working on-site to support the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community (IC) is highly desirable.  
** Responsibilities:
*** You will support the government in planning, drafting, editing, coordinating, tracking and ensuring completion of tasks on schedule for annual SAP reporting to DoD, Congress and other Government agencies.
* You will be a vital member of a multi-disciplined team. You will be embedded with government and Vantor staff, filling a critical function of their organization. Our customer runs a high-speed operational tempo, and you will be looked upon to provide expertise in support of their mission.
* You will provide expert advice to the customer on SAP reporting to DoD and Congress as it impacts their mission, providing polished and effective communications across their stakeholders.
* You will integrate senior level correspondence, briefings, reports and papers for executive level audiences. You will create drafts for senior review.
* You will plan, coordinate, review, and edit graphics and content of scientific, technical, and programmatic material.
* You will perform communication strategy / management work and write SOPs to further the communication strategy of the customer.
* You will research, build, and execute all aspects of the customers communication strategy.
* You will write concepts of operations and operational support projects.
* You will help author new procedures / methods to create innovative communication plans/ strategies.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Must have active TS/SCI security clearance with a CI Polygraph.
* Degree in communications, business administration or similar discipline.
* 5 years’ experience performing communications management/strategy work in the DoD / IC, and writing standard operating procedure based upon the resulting work.
* Significant experience in communications strategy / management techniques.
* Experience in graphic design and content management.
* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
* Expert knowledge and use of Adobe Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Master’s degree in…