Public Relations Manager I (DHS Suitability)

Job description

CTEC is a leading technology firm that provides modernization, digital transformation, and application development services to the U.S. Federal Government. Headquartered in McLean, VA, CTEC has over 300 team members working on mission-critical systems and projects for agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, and the Office of Personnel Management. The work we do effects millions of U.S. citizens daily as they interact with the systems we build. Our best-in-class commercial solutions, modified for our customers’ bespoke mission requirements, are enabling this future every day. The Company has experienced rapid growth over the past 3 years and recently received a strategic investment from Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN). In addition to our recent growth in Federal Civilian agencies, we are seeking to expand our capabilities in cloud development and footprint in national-security focused agencies within the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community. Cybermedia Technologies (CTEC) is seeking an experienced Public Relations Manager I (DHS Suitability) to join our team **PROGRAM OVERVIEW:** CISA’s Stakeholder Engagement Division requires an integrated team to support council and sector governance, approximately 500 annual engagements, stakeholder coordination, policy and risk analysis, executive communications, records, and contract management. The work spans unclassified and classified environments and requires products that are accurate, accessible, compliant, and ready for government use. **POSITION SUMMARY** Develop strategic communications and stakeholder-outreach products supporting CISA councils and advisory operations. Despite the title, this is primarily a federal strategic-communications role focused on executive messaging, engagement materials, and polished public-facing content. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** • Develop emails, memoranda, public messaging, executive summaries, outreach materials, graphics, social-media content, and other communication products. • Translate complex cyber, critical-infrastructure, policy, and council information into audience-appropriate language. • Support communication and outreach plans for councils, working groups, meetings, and stakeholder initiatives. • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather input, solicit participation, and prepare materials. • Manage designated mailboxes, acknowledge inquiries promptly, route requests, and maintain inquiry logs. • Prepare leadership talking points, briefings, announcements, invitations, and post-engagement communications. • Apply DHS/CISA branding, tone, templates, accessibility, and quality standards. • Track communication activities and analyze engagement results to improve future outreach. **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** • 2+ years experience in strategic communications, public relations, stakeholder engagement, journalism, marketing communications, or graphic design. • Strong writing, editing, message-development, and client-service skills. • Ability to manage multiple communications products, audiences, and deadlines. • Experience coordinating with senior leaders, SMEs, and external stakeholders. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** • Experience supporting federal advisory committees, councils, executive leadership, CISA, or DHS. • Graphic-design or digital-content experience. • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, Drupal, or social-media publishing tools. **CLEARANCE**: • Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination (Public Trust/DHS Suitability); U.S. citizenship required. **WHAT CANDIDATES SHOULD UNDERSTAND** • Work is expected to be onsite in Arlington, Virginia; approved telework may be available only as authorized by the Government. • Positions are contingent upon contract award and successful completion of applicable security or suitability processing. • For cleared positions, the recruiting requirement is an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI—not necessarily current SCI access on day one. • For suitability positions, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination. Prior DHS service may help, but a previous Public Trust is not automatically transferable or guaranteed to reactivate. **PAY RANGE- $75,000–$95,000** Annually + Benefits(Compensation and employment offer are negotiable and will be finalized based on the candidate's relevant experience and interview assessment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Cybermedia Technologies management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. Please note: Candidate(s) will be required to go through pre-employment screening. Cybermedia Technologies, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (EOE; M/F/D/V) If you are looking for a fun and challenging environment with talented, motivated people to work with, CTEC is the right place for you. In addition to employee salary, we offer an array of employee benefits including: - Paid vacation & Sick leave - Health insurance coverage - Career training - Performance bonus programs - 401K contribution & Employer Match - 11 Federal Holidays