Date Posted:
October 1, 2026
Position Title:
Communications Lead
Office/Company:
Guidehouse
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N/A
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Job Number:
HC-13300
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Location:
Bethesda, MD
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Salary:
The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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Description:
As a Communications Lead on this project, you will lead our Public Affairs Team in support of our C-suite level government client with a wide range of impactful deliverables as they execute their mission of delivering scientific and technological innovation to the Intelligence Community (IC). This role directly supports the forefront of IC decision-making and involves coordination between government partners and external stakeholders. Leading a diverse team of strategy, communications, and multimedia professionals in delivering high-quality and impactful products to drive the Government’s advanced research mission forward. Creating, executing, maintaining, and updating detailed strategic communication plans and campaigns. Communicating with key internal and external stakeholders and facilitating strategic engagements. Establishing new communication strategies, methods, and measures to improve outreach and assess impact of campaigns and engagements across the IC. Supporting executive Government leaders in special needs related to outreach such as speeches, briefings, and communication surveys/tools. Reviewing, maintaining, and updating weekly activity reports. ** This role requires 5-days a week on client site in Bethesda, MD. An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a polygraph Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, or a communications field. TEN (10) or more years of experience leading and delivering strategic communications within the federal government and/or intelligence community, leading interdisciplinary teams within the intelligence community, and supporting executive-level intelligence community customers. Master’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field. Strong interpersonal, people management, and customer management skills. Superior organization, leadership, and functional communication skills. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks across multiple individuals and ensure quality and timely delivery of end products. Strong writing and editing skills and attention to detail. Experience engaging with Government, academia, and industry. Knowledge of graphic design and multimedia fundamentals. Knowledge of web content design, development, and management fundamentals. Knowledge of video production and photography fundamentals. Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
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Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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