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Strategic Communications Support Lead

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC Kirtland AFB, NM (Onsite) Full-Time

Job Title: Strategic Communications Support Lead -5852

Job Location: Albuquerque, NM 87117

Job Salary: $240,000 - $255,000

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the Strategic Communications Subject Matter Expert (SME) position. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented group of individuals committed to driving success.

As a Strategic Communications SME, you will support designing and executing campaigns IAW DoD policies and guidance, conduct research, write speeches and develop presentations, draft press releases, and manage social media content. You will oversee project tasks, advise on senior leader engagements and support preparation for these engagements

Compensation Minimum: $240,000

Compensation Maximum: $255,000

Job Requirements:

Skills / Experience Required

Strategic Communications Support Lead Skills and Experience:

  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Willingness to consent to and successfully complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph, if required
  • 15+ years of relevant DoD experience with practical, hands-on expertise in strategic communications
  • 5+ years of experience working in a Special Access Program (SAP) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment, with recent experience within the past five years
  • Serve as the Support Lead to the Director of Communications, providing high-level coordination and expertise
  • Develop and deliver both publicly releasable and classified briefings for senior leadership
  • Manage the speaker request process for senior leadership, coordinating event details with legal counsel to support ethics reviews
  • Oversee and maintain social media platforms in compliance with SAF/PA (Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs) guidelines
  • Lead the development, planning, and execution of strategic communication and outreach initiatives
  • Coordinate and support the organization's participation in key space and defense-related forums and engagements
  • Assist in responding to formal communication taskers, including reviews, documentation, and compliance with messaging requirements
  • Develop branding, educational, and outreach materials for use at trade shows and public engagements
  • Aggregate and report metrics, providing relevant material and updates when requested or tasked by SAF/SQ Staff

Education/Certifications

Strategic Communications Support Lead Education and Certifications:

  • MA/MS/ME degree in a field relevant to this functional area
  • Relevant work experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Paid Paternal leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Kirtland AFB, NM (Onsite)

Job Type

Government, Information Technology, Strategy - Planning

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

05/19/2025

Job ID

5852/9156/88537

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