Strategic Communications Specialist

Overview Join our team as a Strategic Communications Specialist and support the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) by shaping its internal and external messaging, events, and brand. You will plan communication strategies, produce news and digital content, and support executive engagements, ensure a clear, consistent voice across every channel.
FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
**Position is contingent upon contract award**
Work Schedule and Location:
On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm in Linthicum Heights, MD. Travel: about 15-20 local DC-area events and 3-5 CONUS trips per year supporting conferences and outreach; no overseas travel.
Responsibilities Draft communication strategies, talking points, and messaging products
Plan and execute special events, outreach, and brand campaigns
Develop news and informational content for internal and external audiences
Maintain communication standards across web, publications, presentations, and digital platforms
Coordinate with the Public Affairs Office on approvals and documentation
Support conferences and media events
Qualifications Required:
Active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship
12+ years of experience in strategic communications or a similar field, or 8+ years with a BA/BS, or 6+ years with an MA/MS/MBA
Experience in Intelligence or Cyberspace communications and/or Federal and DoD policies and procedures
Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Desired:
DoD Public Affairs or DINFOS background
Marketing, advertising, and brand management
Web and social content management
Why Join Our Team At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off
FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Pay Range Negotiable

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