Deputy National Security Editor — Shape U.S. Geopolitics

The Wall Street Journal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an experienced Deputy National Security Editor in Washington, D.C. to lead the coverage of U.S. foreign policy and global geopolitics. The role involves overseeing daily news flow, coaching reporters, and aligning coverage priorities with senior editors.

The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of high-level journalism experience and a deep understanding of national security issues. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $175,000 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of high-level journalism experience.
• Deep understanding of national security issues.
• Experience overseeing daily news flow and coaching reporters.

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage of U.S. foreign policy and global geopolitics.
• Oversee daily news flow and determine what gets covered.
• Set coverage priorities in collaboration with senior editors.

Skills

Journalism leadership

Coach reporters

National security knowledge

News coverage planning

Job description

The Wall Street Journal seeks an experienced Deputy National Security Editor in Washington, D.C. to lead the coverage of U.S. foreign policy and global geopolitics.

This role involves overseeing daily news flow, coaching reporters, and setting coverage priorities with senior editors. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of high-level journalism experience and a deep understanding of national security issues.

Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $175,000, alongside comprehensive benefits.