IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.
LocationsAnnapolis Junction, MD
Shifts AvailablePlease note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job DescriptionIDS is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Specialist, for ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary, to support corporate communications, marketing strategy, and client engagement initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategic communications, producing high-quality content, and advising leadership and clients on messaging and marketing solutions.
Key Duties• Support and oversee corporate communications and marketing to include communications/marketing strategy development, content development, and presentations
• Plan, develop, and oversee the creation and execution of various strategic communications and multi-media deliverables
• Research, write, and edit tailored messages for internal stakeholders, external partners, leadership, and workforce audiences
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to draft and finalize briefings, white papers, talking points, articles, reports, marketing content, outreach, and other materials
• Develop innovative ideas to communicate corporate initiatives such as change management, outreach, and workforce development
• Coordinate and facilitate team discovery sessions and information sharing activities
• Advise clients, make recommendations, and provide strategic guidance to support development of marketing solutions
• Mentor communications staff
• Help manage budgets, schedules, service delivery, and customer engagement
• Provide support to identify, establish, and maintain new and existing accounts through strong client relationships
• Ensure all content is on-brand, and consistent in style, quality, and voice
• Adhere to standards, best practices, and processes for content creation, quality control, delivery, and content repurposing
• Present and sell concepts and ideas effectively to clients
• May supervise others
Requirements• Master’s degree in a related field
• OR Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience
• OR Associate’s degree or High School Diploma with 16 years of experience
• Minimum 10 years of experience aligned to the education substitution structure above
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly required
• Writing samples required
Compensation- $110,000 – $130,000 annual salary
- Benefits
Skills Required
- Master's degree in a related field (or equivalent experience per substitution structure)
- Bachelor's degree with 12 years of experience (as an acceptable alternative to Master's)
- Associate's degree or High School Diploma with 16 years of experience (as an acceptable alternative)
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience aligned to the education substitution structure
- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
- Writing samples
What We Do
Hybrid conflict. Non-state actors. Digital hacktivists. Tribal politics. Advanced technology. Ancient beliefs. Rapid adaptation. Strategic uncertainty. Declining resources. Rising extremism. Today’s national security challenges are complex and multidimensional, requiring adaptive, interagency responses. For more than a decade, IDS International has delivered innovative training, research and operational civil-military services to help address these 21st century challenges. We are seasoned soldiers, aid workers, diplomats, intelligence professionals, cyber warriors, technical experts, political advisors, and more with a common understanding of how to train for and operate in conflict zones and transitional areas. Our team of interagency experts and field practitioners operate and train together daily, building on our global multidisciplinary understanding of challenges, best practices and new approaches. This wide range of perspectives permits us to serve as a liaison between civil society, military, government and technology to enhance coordination and effectively solve complex security and political problems.
