Communications Analyst Job Listing at SAIC in Arlington, VA (Job ID 2404950)

Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Communications Analyst to provide public affairs (PA) and outreach support the Office of the Under Secretary of Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)). The position is located out of the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. This is a hybrid role with reporting to the Pentagon 2-3x/weekly. 

In this role the candidate will: 

• Review, analyze, and recommend solutions to PA-related problems and issues, track issues and problems through to resolution, and respond to related questions and correspondence. 

• Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contributes to the implementation of strategic direction. 

• Develop and execute strategic communications and media outreach activities in support of OUSD(R&E) responsibilities, priorities and objectives.

• Coordinate and track public engagement, media activity and other external outreach for the entire OUSD(R&E) organization, in support of the all activities in coordination with OSD(PA). 

• Meet on a recurring basis with OSD(PA) counterparts within OUSD(R&E) to ensure awareness and coordination of public engagement, media, and other external outreach activities across the OUSD(R&E) enterprise.

• Provide recommendations to the OUSD(R&E) leadership on public engagement, media and external outreach activities that will advance OUSD(R&E) messaging priorities. 

• Coordinate media activity and external outreach within OUSD(R&E) organization.  

• Conceive, prepare, and post information to OUSD(R&E) and Independent Research and Development (IR&D) Innovation Marketplace websites (www.cto.mil and www.defenseinnovationmarketplace.mil, respectively). 

• Accomplish coordination of OUSD(R&E) activities with OSD(PA).

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in English, Journalism, or Communications is required. Years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree as well.

• At least five (5) years of experience in the communications field.

• Experienced in writing, editing, and performing research to develop comprehensive written products. 

• Have an understanding of the DoD Public Affairs process, including how to engage with the media and via public events. 

• Demonstrated ability to interface with senior level officials within OUSD(R&E), OSD(PA), and across stakeholder organizations. 

Required Clearance:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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