Full-Time

Graphic Designer

Updated on 7/1/2025

Markon

Markon

201-500 employees

Consulting firm for federal government operations

Compensation Overview

$100k - $210k/yr

Entry, Junior

Chantilly, VA, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Graphic Design
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
JavaScript
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Sketch
Graphic Design
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • YEars of experience required (per level): Junior 0 to 5 yrs, Intermediate 5 to 10 yrs, Senior >10yrs
  • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, User Experience Design, Computer Science, or a related field. Alternatively, an additional 4 years of related acquisition experience per level may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a Counter-Intelligence Polygraph (preferrably with this client).
  • Experience as a UX/UI designer or graphic designer, preferably in a technical or defense-related environment.
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Sketch, Figma, or similar.
  • Understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and ability to work closely with developers.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for web and mobile applications.
  • Create visually appealing graphics, icons, and other design elements to support various projects.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
  • Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs align with project requirements and user needs.
  • Develop wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to communicate design concepts and functionality.
  • Ensure designs are consistent with branding guidelines and industry best practices.
  • Stay current with trends, technologies, and best practices in UX/UI design and graphic design.
  • Provide feedback and guidance to other team members on design-related matters.
  • Maintain and update design documentation, including style guides and design specifications.
  • Assist with other design-related tasks and special projects as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with user research and usability testing methodologies.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines.
  • Experience in designing for government or defense-related projects.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Markon provides consulting services primarily to federal government agencies, focusing on enterprise technology, business operations, and critical infrastructure. Their team works to address significant challenges faced by the Intelligence Community and both civilian and defense sectors. Markon employs a dedicated approach, emphasizing the importance of supporting their employees and enhancing the missions of their clients. Unlike many competitors, Markon is recognized for its strong company culture and commitment to resilience, which helps them deliver effective solutions tailored to the needs of government clients.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for federal contracting services due to government infrastructure initiatives.
  • Growing digital transformation in federal agencies boosts IT and consulting opportunities.
  • Rising importance of cybersecurity in federal contracts offers new specialized service avenues.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership changes may lead to strategic misalignment or internal conflicts.
  • Acquisition by Anser Advisory could result in cultural clashes or integration challenges.
  • Focus on federal work exposes Markon to risks from government budget cuts.

What makes Markon unique

  • Markon focuses exclusively on federal work after its 2023 spinoff.
  • Markon has been recognized as a Top Workplace for eight consecutive years.
  • Markon emphasizes mergers and acquisitions with a dedicated chief corporate development officer.

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Company News

Washington Technology
Jul 8th, 2024
Markon acquires fellow professional services provider

Markon separated from its former parent in the summer of 2023 to focus exclusively on federal work.

GovCon Wire
Aug 14th, 2023
Markon Completes Spinoff to Pursue Federal Market Opportunities; Ray Carney Quoted

Markon promoted Krissy Goff, former vice president of operations, to chief operating officer and appointed Drew Thompson, former chief growth officer, as chief corporate development officer responsible for overseeing mergers and acquisitions strategy.

Washington Technology
Jun 21st, 2023
Markon Solutions appoints new chief executive amid pending transaction

In conjunction with the transaction announced Thursday, Markon said it is promoting the company's chief delivery officer Ray Carney to CEO with founder Matthew Dean named chairman of the board of directors.

Washington Technology
Oct 21st, 2021
Anser Advisory, LLC acquires Markon, Inc.

Sterling Investment Partners backed Anser's purchase of Markon Solutions, terms of which were not disclosed.

Markon Solutions
Jun 18th, 2021
Markon, Inc. recognized as Top Workplaces

For the eighth consecutive year, Markon Solutions has been named one of The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington area.