Communications Branding SME

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Communications Branding Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) with high-impact communications and branding efforts. This role sits at the intersection of strategic messaging design and executive engagement within a complex enterprise-level IT program. You will help craft compelling narratives shape the visual identity of key initiatives and deliver clear consistent communications across the defense intelligence enterprise.

As a trusted advisor to program leadership and the Communications Team you will be instrumental in translating technical concepts into clear audience-appropriate materialselevating how the Program Office engages stakeholders both internally and across the broader DoD and IC communities. This is a highly collaborative creative and mission-critical position that combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Locations Available: Washington DC or Reston VA or Riverdale Park MD

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently develop and present creative concepts that simplify complex technical topics for non-technical audiences.

• Ensure all communications and visual products meet established branding standards and resonate with executive and stakeholder audiences.

• Lead and collaborate on the creation and release of communication tools including blog posts instructional videos apps and guides.

• Oversee production of digital and print materials that align with project briefs and customer expectations.

• Craft tailored communication strategies leveraging executive voice targeted messaging and audience segmentation.

• Plan communication frequency channels and stakeholder coordination across the DIA the defense intelligence enterprise and the IC.

• Monitor multiple communications channels to identify and respond to requests for information.

• Partner closely with program leadership to drive branding engagement and information-sharing initiatives.

Qualifications :

• Active/current TS/SCI clearance with the ability to pass a CI polygraph.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic communications ideally within the DoD IC or other federal environments.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting IT-related programs.

• Bachelors degree in Strategic Communications Public Relations or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Demonstrated ability to write and present clearly under tight deadlines.

• Deep understanding of branding principles and AP style.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to quickly learn new tools and platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in public affairs corporate communications or strategic messaging within the DoD or IC.

• Experience managing communications deliverables across multiple clients and stakeholders.

• Familiarity with enterprise IT systems development and integration.

• Project management experience including leading teams in dynamic high-stakes environments.

Additional Information :

The Red Gate Group Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law. Know Your Rights

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time