Senior Strategic Communications Analyst

TL;DR

Senior Strategic Communications Analyst: Developing and executing strategic messaging for high-level Department of Defense officials with an accent on external and internal stakeholder engagement and media coordination. Focus on drafting critical communications, managing public appearances, and analyzing communication effectiveness within a national security context.

Location: Onsite at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA, USA

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions through independent analysis and practical solutions.

What you will do

• Develop and align strategic messaging, strategies, and communication plans.
• Coordinate with Deputy CIO offices on strategic messaging, engagements, and media inquiries.
• Manage and execute all aspects of CIO and principal deputy CIO speaking engagements.
• Draft talking points, briefings, communication reports, and press releases.
• Manage and create content for social media accounts.
• Build and maintain relationships with Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Public Affairs and other liaisons.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI adjudication.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., communications, political science, information technology).
• 14 years of experience related to strategic communications (or 12 years with a Master’s degree).
• Prior technical editing experience, preferably within the DoD.
• Experience supporting and briefing clients at the GO/FO/SES-level or similar senior leaders.
• Knowledge of DoD correspondence requirements.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting clients at the OSD level.
• Experience developing Congressional testimony.
• Prior experience in Power Automate and event photography.
• Experience with CATMS or other task management tool.

Culture & Benefits

• Public service mission focused on national and homeland security.
• Values collaboration, integrity, and initiative.
• Client-focused approach measuring success in the impact of service.
• Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Seeks individuals from a broad variety of backgrounds.
• Opportunity to do meaningful work.