Strategic Communications Specialist

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Position Overview

Local to NoVA/DC | GPN Program Office – Task Order 10 | Full-time | Hybrid

SteerBridge is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to support the Governance Section of the GPN Program Office. This role translates complex GPN logistics initiatives into professional visual and written narratives for senior military and civilian decision-makers, leading communication tasks and developing strategic communications products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality executive briefing slides, background papers, and talking points for senior military and civilian leadership.
• Prepare and coordinate material packages for senior GPN governance boards and executive steering councils, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Draft strategic communications plans and stakeholder information packets to convey GPN capability updates across the Joint Logistics Enterprise (JLEnt).
• Lead communication tasks and meet regularly with the client to discuss initiatives and establish priorities.
• If designated as dual-hat Program Manager for Task 3.1, oversee overall contract performance for the task order.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 8+ years of related experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or executive-level briefing/communications support.
• 3+ years of experience as a project lead developing strategic communications plans at a DoW Service/Headquarters level, including coordinating and leading teams to implement communication plans and produce communications products.
• Active Secret-level security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience serving as a Program Manager or in a dual-hat PM/communications capacity on a DoW task order.
• Familiarity with USMC Force Design, GPN logistics initiatives, or Joint logistics processes.

Location & Travel

Local to the Northern Virginia/DC metro area. This task order anticipates approximately 9 required trips per year across the team (3 East Coast, 2 West Coast, 4 OCONUS). Specific travel is not pre-assigned by position; all Key Personnel should expect the potential to be tasked with travel as mission needs require.

Period of Performance

Base year plus four (4) 12-month option years (5-year total period of performance). Option-year rates carry a standard 3% annual escalation.