Director, Strategic Communications, National Security

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated client teams across public affairs, earned media, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement, serving as the strategic quarterback who ensures seamless execution and measurable results.
• Develop and execute sophisticated communications strategies for cutting-edge technology companies — from defense tech to venture-backed deep tech and AI firms navigating complex policy landscapes.
• Craft compelling narratives that translate technical innovation into business value, policy impact, and media stories.
• Design and manage integrated campaigns that blend traditional media relations with digital strategy, content creation, event programming, and thought leadership to drive measurable outcomes.
• Mentor and develop junior team members while managing multiple fast-moving workstreams with competing deadlines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create pitch decks, presentation materials, briefings, and informative client deliverables.

Requirements

• 8+ years of strategic communications experience, with demonstrated expertise in technology, defense, or policy-driven sectors. Agency experience preferred.
• Deeply curious about technology and national security policy, with the ability to quickly master complex technical concepts and translate them for diverse audiences.
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver who sees around corners, anticipates client needs, and brings innovative approaches to traditional challenges.
• Digitally native and platform-savvy, with proven success developing integrated strategies that leverage new media, social platforms, and emerging channels to reach and influence target audiences.
• AI-proficient and forward-thinking about how emerging tools can enhance research, analysis, content creation, and client service delivery.
• An exceptional writer and editor who can move seamlessly between executive memos, media pitches, thought leadership content, and social media.
• A relationship builder with strong existing networks across media, policy, and technology communities.
• Comfortable in complexity, thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments where you're managing multiple clients, tight deadlines, and evolving priorities.
• A natural leader who can manage both up and down, providing clear direction to junior staff while earning trust with senior clients and firm leadership.
• Entrepreneurial and growth-minded, eager to contribute to business development, shape the firm's offerings, and help us continue our trajectory from startup to industry leader.

Benefits

• annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and that of the firm; commissions; robust medical, dental, and vision plans with employer HSA contributions; generous retirement matching; educational assistance; professional development assistance; unlimited time off; and other benefits.