Events and Communications Specialist

The Events and Communications Specialist will support the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) Communications Support contract by planning and executing information sharing events, developing communications and toolkit materials, and supporting research and outreach campaigns that help SLTT stakeholders strengthen cybersecurity and physical security practices. This role works closely with the Program Manager and CISA stakeholders to deliver high-quality, user-friendly communications products and well-run events.

The Events and Communications Specialist role requires a self-starter, proactive problem solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience in management consulting and business development pursuits. This position needs an individual that is committed to providing superior service, poised under pressure and has a positive and flexible attitude.

This is a contingent hire position. Offers will be contingent upon client approval, ability to meet security requirements, and the ability to adhere to any on-site requirements (which may change at contract award).

Remote work is anticipated. However, candidates must be within commuting distance to Washington, DC metro area for client engagements.

• Support planning and execution of up to two live CISA-hosted events per contract year (e.g., conferences, summits, roundtables) and up to four livestreamed events (e.g., webinars, fireside chats), including developing agendas, coordinating speakers, drafting invitations, and tracking RSVPs.
• Arrange event space and logistics, draft related communications materials, develop presentations and graphics, and provide staffing support during events.
• Support development of a cybersecurity and physical security toolkit for SLTT stakeholders, including fact sheets, statistics, short engaging videos, and customizable templates such as posters, articles, and presentations.
• Assist with research and analysis on SLTT-level cybersecurity volunteer program best practices and SLTT awareness of CISA resources, and help develop an outreach campaign to share effective practices.
• Support the CISA Resilience Challenge, including engagement activities, identifying SLTT entities with noteworthy cybersecurity practices, drafting social media content, and helping organize the public capstone event.
• Assist the Program Manager in preparing materials for monthly progress reports and other contract deliverables.
• Coordinate with CISA stakeholders and SLTT partners to ensure communications products and events reflect accurate, clear, and user-friendly messaging.
• Support compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements for electronic communications materials and deliverables.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, event planning, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Currently holds, or is able to obtain, a DHS Fitness Determination/DHS Suitability.
• Experience developing communications materials and/or planning and executing events for a federal government client, preferably in a health or homeland security setting.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DHS Suitability/a Public Trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

• Strong critical thinking, analytical and time management skills.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize and work well with others.
• Ability to communicate thoughts, ideas and solutions logically both written and orally.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to receive feedback from clients and implement changes quickly and effectively.
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on complex issues.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.