Responsibilities

• Manage CCPA's English and foreign language social media and website platforms at the tactical level, including creative design and technical maintenance, under CCPA’s strategic supervision.
• Remotely update CCPA's English and foreign language social media and website platforms when necessary.
• Maintain a keen focus on security requirements for CCPA's platforms and work closely with CENTCOM's J6 Directorate to ensure adherence to CENTCOM and DOD security policies.
• Monitor and analyze statistical data of websites and post views by URLs, regions, and other metrics.
• Produce frequent posts on CCPA’s social media and website platforms, particularly during crisis events and as requested by senior CENTCOM leadership.
• Provide administrative contractor support for Regional Media Specialists.
• Write and edit AP style feature stories for publication on the CENTCOM website and social media platforms.
• Advise on website coding and design based on current industry best practices to effectively display information for public viewing on the CENTCOM website.
• Produce media read-ahead books for the CENTCOM commander and other key leaders.
• Track social media influential people and organizations, making recommendations for engagement.

Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance
• Educational background in web design/social media, computer science, programming
• Knowledge of current industry best practices in social media platform and website development/design.
• Knowledge of key analytics and metrics pertaining to social media platforms and websites.
• Proficiency in web coding/programming languages (HTML/CSS, PHP, ASP .NET, JavaScript).
• Experience with analytics tools and metrics pertaining to social media platforms and websites.
• Experience with tools for monitoring web traffic, developing web content, and coordinating technical issues and support with the CENTCOM web host/server.
• Experience with Associated Press (AP) Style, Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Understanding of U.S. military structure, culture, and language.

Preferred

• Experience in communications, public affairs, or journalism.

Benefits

• The Red Gate Group offers comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications.