Communications Specialist
$100k - $120kSteampunk.com
Overview
As a Communications Specialist , you will contribute to the branding, messaging, and stakeholder communications strategy on behalf of our federal client's Office of Data and AI. You will build and maintain the office's identity and communications systems, produce recurring leadership communications and newsletters, and facilitate the engagement forums that connect the office's data, analytics, and AI initiatives to the stakeholders and end users who rely on them.
Contributions
Responsibilities include:
Develop and maintain brand identity — logos, templates, and style guides — for the office and its data, analytics, and AI initiatives and products
Draft, design, and publish recurring newsletters and program updates on behalf of the office for senior client stakeholders
Plan and facilitate stakeholder engagement forums, including speaker series, working groups, and communities of practice, spanning data, analytics, and AI topics
Develop executive-level briefs, talking points, and presentation materials for senior leadership audiences
Support rollout efforts for office initiatives and tools, including go-to-market communications plans, user solicitation campaigns, and beta program coordination
Coordinate and synthesize user research and feedback sessions (e.g., interviews, demos) to inform product and communications strategy, including proper handling of sensitive/personal information
Design graphics and visual assets (icons, thumbnails, seals) to support application launches and office communications
Partner with cross-functional communications teams and client stakeholders to align messaging across multiple concurrent data, analytics, and AI initiatives
Maintain SharePoint sites, distribution lists, and internal collaboration spaces supporting office communications
Track and report on communication effectiveness (e.g., newsletter engagement, distro growth) to inform strategy adjustments
Ensure all deliverables across a variety of projects are produced at the highest quality
Qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Security Clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field and 10+ years of experience in communications, marketing, journalism, brand strategy or a related field; OR
Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field and 8+ years of experience in communications, marketing, journalism, brand strategy or a related field
Demonstrated experience developing brand identity assets, such as logos, templates, and style guides
Experience producing newsletters, briefs, or other recurring stakeholder communications
Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, or speaker series with senior stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and SharePoint; familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail, including the ability to translate technical data, analytics, and AI concepts for non-technical audiences
Experience handling sensitive or personally identifiable information (PII) in accordance with data protection practices
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in a project-based, client-facing consulting environment
Bonus Points
Previous work experience with a federal government client, ideally DoD/DHS
Familiarity with data, analytics, or AI concepts and terminology sufficient to communicate them to general audiences
Experience coordinating hackathons, challenges, or innovation events
PMP or equivalent certification
About steampunk
Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology , we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit .
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.
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Job Location US-VA-McLean
Posted Date 2 days ago (9/23/2026 2:56 PM)
Job ID 8233
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