Website Designer
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Job Summary
The Red Gate Group is seeking an experienced Website Designer to support U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) by maintaining and enhancing the commands public-facing website. This role is ideal for a digital professional with strong web design content management and user experience expertise who can operate in a fast-paced high-visibility environment.
In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance design and performance of CENTCOMs public website ensuring functionality usability responsiveness and security are maintained at the highest standards. You will work closely with the Social Media Manager Multimedia Content Creator and other key stakeholders to ensure website content aligns with CENTCOM messaging branding and operational priorities.
Background
The mission of the Public Affairs Directorate (CCPA) is to serve as the principal advisor to the Commander on all internal and external communication strategies and to support USCENTCOMs mission objectives. CCPA ensures accurate timely and effective communication that informs domestic and regional audiences supports operational success and advances U.S. interests by defeating adversaries and strengthening regional stability.
The Website Designer plays a critical role in supporting this mission by ensuring CENTCOMs public digital presence is accurate accessible secure and aligned with Department of Defense and CENTCOM communication standards.
Key Responsibilities
Website Maintenance & Content Management
Manage day-to-day operations of the CENTCOM public-facing website ensuring content is current well-organized and easily accessible.
Post content create new pages and develop or modify CMS templates to support evolving strategic priorities.
Troubleshoot and enhance website performance functionality and reliability to ensure a seamless user experience.
Ensure timely updates transitions and removals of seasonal event-based or time-sensitive content.
Design & User Experience (UX/UI)
Develop website design mockups that align with CENTCOM branding and functional requirements including layout color schemes typography and overall visual style.
Ensure the website is fully responsive and optimized for desktop tablet and mobile platforms.
Design and implement intuitive user interface elements such as navigation menus buttons forms and interactive features.
Organize and structure content to provide clear logical navigation and intuitive access to key information.
Ensure consistent integration of CENTCOM branding across all website elements.
Cross-Browser Compatibility & Security
Conduct thorough testing to ensure consistent website performance across major browsers (Chrome Firefox Safari Edge).
Maintain compliance with DoD and CENTCOM security standards coordinating with the CENTCOM J6 Directorate as required.
Monitor and ensure security compliance for both English and foreign-language website platforms.
Social Media & Content Collaboration
Collaborate closely with the Social Media Manager and Multimedia Content Creator to ensure alignment between website content and social media efforts.
Create and maintain website content that complies with DoD policies and ensures accuracy and consistency in messaging.
Testing Optimization & Continuous Improvement
Regularly test website functionality and recommend enhancements to improve performance usability and user engagement.
Apply UX best practices to improve navigation accessibility and overall user satisfaction.
Emergency & Surge Support
Provide on-call and 24/7 support for urgent website issues or updates including troubleshooting and maintenance during off-hours as required.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience in website design and maintenance.
Demonstrated proficiency with HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript and content management systems (CMS).
Strong understanding of responsive web design and user experience best practices.
Experience supporting public-facing websites in secure or regulated environments.
Active Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting DoD or federal government digital platforms.
Familiarity with DoD-approved web and digital media tools.
Certifications such as Adobe Certified Expert Google Analytics or Certified Usability Analyst.
Proven ability to troubleshoot issues and provide emergency or after-hours support.
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
Key Skills
- CSS
- HTML5
- Layout Design
- Web Development
- JavaScript
- PHP
- Web Design
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Responsive Web Design
- Wordpress
About Company
The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, providing Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance (SETA) support to clients across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Coun ... View more
