Program Manager V

We are seeking an experienced communications professional to provide contract-based support to the Executive Vice President of Information Technology & Corporate Security. In this role, you will serve as a strategic advisor and lead writer, translating complex technology, cybersecurity, operational, and organizational topics into clear, credible, and compelling communications.

The scope spans executive messaging, major meetings, speaking engagements, coworker and change communications, issues support, and external thought leadership. Success requires exceptional writing, sound judgment, business acumen, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, highly visible environment.

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  Marketing & Communications: Advances enterprise priorities through executive, employee, customer, and external communications, as well as brand, marketing, and reputation management.

  
  
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  Technology & Security: Designs, develops, operates, and maintains technology, telecommunications, and security capabilities to provide safe, reliable, and affordable services. Technology & Security partners with the broader business to strengthen capabilities through new functionality, modern and secure technology implementations, and continuous system improvements-reducing risk, increasing productivity, managing costs, and enabling organizational effectiveness through trusted, innovative, and secure solutions.

  
  

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  Advise the Executive Vice President on communications strategy, positioning, key messages, opportunities, and risks.

  
  
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  Create speeches, scripts, talking points, presentations, briefings, and Q&As for major internal and external engagements.

  
  
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  Prepare the EVP for high-visibility moments through briefing, rehearsal, coaching, and rapid-response support.

  
  

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  Translate technology, cybersecurity, corporate security, AI, data, and operational priorities for varied audiences.

  
  
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  Lead coworker and change communications for transformation, modernization, productivity, and organizational initiatives.

  
  

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  Develop external thought leadership, including LinkedIn content, in partnership with Marketing & Communications teams.

  
  
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  Partner closely with the Director of Executive Communications and the Social Media team on external media, public speaking, and social media activities.

  
  
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  Collaborate with the Chief of Staff, leadership team, and communications colleagues to ensure strategic alignment and seamless execution.

  
  

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  Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.

  
  
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  Experience: At least 7 years of executive, corporate, public affairs, journalism, or related communications experience, including supporting senior executives in a complex organization.

  
  
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  Key Skills:

  
  
  
  
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    Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation skills, with a demonstrated ability to simplify complex business or technical subjects.

    
    
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    Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, discretion, and sound judgment.

    
    
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    Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines; proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.

    
    
  
  
  
  

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  Prior experience supporting a CIO, CTO, CISO, corporate security leader, or other senior technology executive.

  
  
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  Knowledge of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, data, or operational technology (OT).

  
  
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  Experience with executive coaching, thought leadership, social media strategy, and major organizational change initiatives.

  
  
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  Experience operating within regulated, infrastructure, energy, utility, or technology environments.

  
  
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  Familiarity with the responsible use of generative AI tools and technologies.

  
  

The ideal candidate is a trusted counselor, exceptional writer, and pragmatic strategist who brings intellectual curiosity, calm under pressure, strong collaboration skills, and a steadfast commitment to clear, credible, and actionable communications.