The DTRA I3TS program provides enterprise-wide IT support to enable DTRA’s Information Management & Technology Directorate (ITD) to consolidate, modernize, and continuously innovate the delivery of IT services and mission capabilities to DTRA’s internal and external mission partners operating in CONUS and OCONUS locations.
The Communications Specialist will be a member of the Customer Experience team and will develop high quality, accurate, and user-friendly communications for a large set of customers, stakeholders and leadership. In addition to traditional communications work, this role will involve desktop publishing and graphics design to create visually compelling materials. They will apply best practices in communications, organizational change management, and customer relationship management to enhance the migration experience for all users. The candidate will collaborate with customers, users, project managers, leadership and subject matter experts to obtain in-depth understanding of the technical content to successfully execute communications campaigns.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Must have an ACTIVE SECRET or above clearance required. (US Citizenship required)
Primary Responsibilities:
Develop project communications including formal communications plans, execute, and deliver project communications to help prepare users for upcoming changes.
Create visually appealing materials using desktop publishing software and graphics design tools to enhance communication effectiveness and user engagement.
Design and produce marketing materials, infographics, flyers, posters, and other visual communications to support migration and change management efforts.
Support migration efforts with the development and distribution of a wide range of products that may include customer emails, newsletters, briefings, program informational materials, customer migration guides, and content for senior leadership.
Establish metrics for measuring the success of communications initiatives.
Ensure documentation and editing support includes checks for accuracy and consistency in organization, style, readability, and accessibility based on the medium.
Initiate, plan, execute, and report on tasks independently.
Convey complex technical information in a clear and simple manner.
Use tools including the MS Office suite, collaboration tools such as MS Teams and SharePoint, as well as Adobe Creative Suite for design and publishing tasks.
Basic Qualifications:
DoD SECRET or above clearance required.
Typically requires a BA degree and 4 – 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 – 6 years of prior relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in an IT environment
Experience in executive communications and organizational support, including experience liaising with high-level customers and stakeholders
Advanced writer and editor
Experience with desktop publishing software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Publisher, Canva) and graphics design tools
Portfolio demonstrating visual design capabilities and layout skills
Understanding of change management methodologies
Ability to translate complex technical subject matter into user-friendly communications
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong technical aptitude
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with multiple audiences and against a deadline
Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the proven ability to work across different audiences, personalities, and experience levels
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Original Posting:October 1, 2025For 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.
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.
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For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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