Public Affairs and Outreach Subject Matter Expert

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a Public Affairs and Outreach Subject Matter Expert to support the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) Office of Security Programs (OSP).

Responsibilities May Include (but Are Not Limited To)

• Develop and implement comprehensive public affairs strategies that support organizational objectives and enhance public understanding.
• Provide expert counsel on communication planning, message framing, and audience targeting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft, review, and refine communication products, including talking points, press releases, fact sheets, speeches, and digital content.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for media inquiries, ensuring accurate, timely, and mission-aligned responses.
• Design and execute outreach strategies to engage community groups, industry partners, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead planning and facilitation of public meetings, workshops, listening sessions, and stakeholder briefings.
• Develop outreach materials tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and cultural relevance.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for leadership based on data-driven insights.
• Track performance metrics for outreach and public affairs activities to demonstrate impact and inform future strategy.
• Represent the organization at conferences, interagency meetings, and public events as a communication expert.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

• 0-10% / Minimal travel.

CeLeen, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At CeLeen, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. CeLeen is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

CeLeen will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

CeLeen is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

CeLeen's Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
• Minimum of ten years of professional experience with a minimum of 3 years of same or relevant line of work.
• Demonstrated expertise in emergency management, active assailant preparedness, or a closely related field.
• Experience engaging with public and private sector stakeholders on security preparedness topics.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. CeLeen will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Current, active DHS Suitability.
• Familiarity with FEMA frameworks, National Response Framework (NRF), and/or NIMS.
• Direct experience working within DHS.

Benefits

CeLeen offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Eligibility requirements apply