Job Title: Communications Lead/Adoption Coordinator
Posted by: Sierra7 on Aug 19, 2025
Location:
Washington , DCJob Description:
Sierra7, Inc. is seeking a Communications Lead / Adoption Coordinator who will support the Enterprise Architecture Modernization program by shaping and delivering strategic communications that promote enterprise architecture (EA) awareness, stakeholder alignment, and adoption. This role translates complex technical information into clear, engaging materials for diverse audiences-ranging from system users to senior decision-makers-and ensures consistent, high-quality messaging across governance, delivery, and modernization workstreams. The Communications Lead also plays a key role in supporting stakeholder engagement through narrative-driven updates, executive briefings, and adoption-focused communications.
This is a TEMPORARY (6 months) full-time position in the Washington, DC area and onsite work will be necessary.
Position Responsibilities: Develop and manage strategic messaging that highlights system maturity, EA alignment, and modernization progress Translate technical information from architects, analysts, and SMEs into audience-appropriate communications Create and maintain briefing decks, communication artifacts, dashboards, and EA-aligned updates Coordinate messaging cadence and engagement rhythm across technical and governance teams Align communications with capability deployment milestones and stakeholder readiness activities Ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality control across all communication outputs Support stakeholder coordination and messaging planning in both virtual and in-person settings Participating in periodic on-site meetings to facilitate executive briefings and strengthen stakeholder engagement Maintain version control, messaging standards, and visual branding across deliverables
Requirements:
Skills: Strong strategic communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to varied audiences Proven experience creating executive-ready briefings, progress updates, and communication plans tied to program objectives Ability to synthesize input from diverse technical sources into cohesive messaging frameworks Skilled in managing stakeholder engagement rhythms, messaging cadence, and adoption-oriented communications High attention to detail with strong organizational and quality assurance practices Comfortable working in hybrid environments that involve remote collaboration and in-person coordination Familiarity with enterprise architecture and federal IT modernization programs, especially within defense or civilian agency contexts Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in communications, public affairs, business, or a related field (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education) Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, or reporting in a modernization or IT transformation context Prior experience supporting enterprise architecture governance or dashboard/visualization teams preferred Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust or relevant clearance Preferred Tools & Platforms Communication & Content Development: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Confluence Visualization & Reporting: Power BI, Visio, Microsoft Excel Collaboration Tools: Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Jira Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program
This is a TEMPORARY (6 months) full-time position in the Washington, DC area and onsite work will be necessary.
Position Responsibilities: Develop and manage strategic messaging that highlights system maturity, EA alignment, and modernization progress Translate technical information from architects, analysts, and SMEs into audience-appropriate communications Create and maintain briefing decks, communication artifacts, dashboards, and EA-aligned updates Coordinate messaging cadence and engagement rhythm across technical and governance teams Align communications with capability deployment milestones and stakeholder readiness activities Ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality control across all communication outputs Support stakeholder coordination and messaging planning in both virtual and in-person settings Participating in periodic on-site meetings to facilitate executive briefings and strengthen stakeholder engagement Maintain version control, messaging standards, and visual branding across deliverables
Requirements:
Skills: Strong strategic communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to varied audiences Proven experience creating executive-ready briefings, progress updates, and communication plans tied to program objectives Ability to synthesize input from diverse technical sources into cohesive messaging frameworks Skilled in managing stakeholder engagement rhythms, messaging cadence, and adoption-oriented communications High attention to detail with strong organizational and quality assurance practices Comfortable working in hybrid environments that involve remote collaboration and in-person coordination Familiarity with enterprise architecture and federal IT modernization programs, especially within defense or civilian agency contexts Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in communications, public affairs, business, or a related field (8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education) Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, or reporting in a modernization or IT transformation context Prior experience supporting enterprise architecture governance or dashboard/visualization teams preferred Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust or relevant clearance Preferred Tools & Platforms Communication & Content Development: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Confluence Visualization & Reporting: Power BI, Visio, Microsoft Excel Collaboration Tools: Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Jira Why Join Sierra7?
Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of "serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision FSA (Flexible Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident 401K Legal Assistance Financial Wellness Paid Time Off (PTO) Federal Holidays Education Reimbursement LinkedIn Learning Employee Referral Program
Pay Rate:
Unspecified
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About Sierra7
Sierra7 is a leading technology solutions company providing services such as IT modernization and healthcare systems innovation to help federal agencies optimize resources, streamline processes, and implement commercial best practices. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry, Sierra7 holds critical federal government prime contracts, including T4NG, VHA-IHT, GSA VETS 2, NIH CIO-SP3, NASA SEWP V, VA TeleCare Companion, and several GSA schedules. Sierra7 is certified in ISO 9001-2015, ISO/IEC 2000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 270001:2013. In 2023, Sierra7 ranked No. 459 on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America and was recognized as a Vet100 honoree.
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