Communications Specialist

The Communications Specialist – Mid, is a versatile and experienced professional responsible for developing, managing, and executing a full range of internal and external communications initiatives. This role requires a blend of hands-on content creation, strategic planning, and project management to support leadership priorities, engage the workforce, and promote the organization’s mission. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the specialist will manage everything from drafting daily messaging and designing visual products to managing corporate events and providing strategic counsel. This position serves as a key driver of the organization’s narrative, ensuring all communications are clear, consistent, and aligned with strategic objectives. Duties May Include: Develop and produce a wide variety of communication materials, including talking points, speeches, news articles, newsletters, official memoranda, and social media content. Design and create high-quality visual products such as infographics, publications, and presentations using tools like Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Provide editorial services to review and refine content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to organizational style and policy. Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive communications plans and campaigns for key initiatives, programs, and events. Function as a trusted advisor to office-level leadership, providing guidance on messaging strategies, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication tactics. Analyze communication metrics and audience feedback to assess effectiveness and recommend improvements for future campaigns. Plan, manage, and execute a full spectrum of corporate events, including internal town halls, brown bags, and training sessions, as well as external conferences and industry engagements. Provide specialized protocol support for high-level meetings and visits from foreign dignitaries, managing all logistical and ceremonial details. Perform outreach to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the workforce, agency partners, and industry contacts. Serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries and coordinate responses as needed. Provide real-time graphic facilitation to visually capture and synthesize complex discussions during meetings and workshops. Offer communications support for time-sensitive and high-visibility corporate requirements, adapting quickly to emerging needs. Required Skills: Experience:A range of approximately 5 to 14 years of demonstrated experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or a related field. Education:A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field is typically required. Technical Skills:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) is essential for many roles. Core Competencies:Strong writing, editing, and oral communication skills; proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; experience developing and executing strategic communications plans. Specialized Knowledge:Experience with event management, media relations, and protocol support is highly desirable. Experience in government or the Intelligence Community is a significant plus. Essential Network Security (ENS) Solutions, LLCis a service-disabled veteran owned, highly regarded IT consulting and management firm. ENS consults for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) providing innovative solutions in the core competency area of Identity, Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Software Development, Cyber and Network Security, System Engineering, Program/Project Management, IT support, Solutions, and Services that yield enduring results. Our strong technical and management experts have been able to maintain a standard of excellence in their relationships while delivering innovative, scalable and collaborative infrastructure to our clients. Why ENS? Free Platinum-Level Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 100% paid for by ENS 401k Contribution from Day 1 PTO + 11 Paid Federal Holidays Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Tuition, Certification & Professional Development Assistance Workers’ Compensation Relocation Assistance Candidate AI Usage Policy AI tools are an important part of daily work at ENS Solutions, and we are committed to their responsible and ethical use. To ensure a fair and equitable candidate evaluation based on individual skills, knowledge, and experience, candidates are not permitted to use artificial intelligence or other assistive tools during interviews, whether in person or virtual, unless explicit permission has been granted in advance. #J-18808-Ljbffr