M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.
M9 Solutions is seeking a
Communications Specialist to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in
Washington, DC. An active
TS/SCI clearance is required.
Responsibilities - Generates creative communications ideas around Information Technology issues.
- Leads the planning, research, production, and delivery of content across multiple mediums, including websites and email.
- Plans and leads research activities to gather story content.
- Assists in the creation of communications materials, promotional materials, and leadership briefs that communicate the impact of communications initiatives.
- Contributes to the development of a comprehensive communications and content strategy.
- Ensures adherence to Section 508 and plain language standards.
- Gathers input from stakeholders, program managers, and subject matter experts.
- Drafts internal communications, such as employee emails, newsletter stories, and intranet articles.
- Writes clear, concise, and structured content using plain language while adhering to established templates and compliance standards.
- Interprets technical input and translates it into accessible, non-technical language, as necessary.
- Liaises with executives to translate communications requirements into effective messaging campaigns.
- Tracks changes to maintain content in collaborative environments and manages multiple document versions using SharePoint.
- Drafts, reviews, and publishes documents using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
- Coordinates communications across divisions and internal to the client.
- Develops communications that ensure brand consistency and supports strategic planning of the client.
- Manages communications from initial concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with project goals and audience needs.
- Develops one-page slick sheets, hallway monitors, presentations, and more.
- Adheres to client branding in all work products.
- Ensures consistency in terminology, tone, formatting, and alignment in step with client standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications - Top Secret SCI security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or English from an accredited college or university with five (5) years of experience in a similar position with a large organization.
- Communications strategy and execution experience.
- Process development and improvement experience.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications - Experience designing and implementing written and visual content on SharePoint web pages.
- Experience producing editorial, promotional, and/or documentary communications.
- Familiarity with customer experience and human-centered design methodologies.
- Experience performing user research and synthesis.
Full-Time Employee Compensation - M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
- M9 Benefits -
Salary Range
$60,000 - $180,000 USD
M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal sub-contractor and we comply with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We also adhere to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, ensuring equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities. Please click to complete M9's Voluntary Self-Identification Form and then email it to . If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at or
M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents.
With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.
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