Director, Federal Public Affairs

Twenty Technologies; Virginia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plan

Family leave benefits

Paid holidays and flexible PTO

401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options;H

Job summary

Twenty Technologies in Arlington, VA is seeking a Director of Communications to lead federal-focused public affairs for national security clients, shaping policy-relevant narratives for policymakers, defense leaders and the media.

You’ll own the narrative, manage executive messaging, and build strong relationships with reporters while aligning external communications with procurement and compliance. This hands-on leadership role requires superb writing and strategic judgment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading public affairs, corporate communications or media relations.
• Deep familiarity with Washington’s political ecosystem, federal technology policy and defense terminology.
• Established, referenceable relationships with reporters covering Capitol Hill, the Pentagon and federal IT.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with examples of turning complex technical information into clear, persuasive public narratives.
• Demonstrated ownership of communications strategy and execution, including executive messaging, media engagement and hands-on content development.
• Sound judgment when communicating about sensitive topics, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders and technical experts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a federal-focused public affairs strategy that builds Twenty’s visibility and credibility with policymakers, defense leaders and relevant media.
• Translate technical capabilities and national security developments into accurate, compelling narratives for federal technology, defense and mainstream outlets.
• Write and edit press releases, executive op-eds, talking points and thought leadership on topics including AI, cybersecurity and defense procurement.
• Build and maintain relationships with defense, technology and political journalists; develop story opportunities and lead media outreach.
• Serve as an official spokesperson for Twenty on approved topics and manage incoming federal media inquiries and interview requests.
• Partner with Government Relations on integrated advocacy campaigns, aligning media activity and executive messaging with legislative priorities and milestones such as the NDAA cycle.
• Develop and maintain crisis communications plans for issues involving federal contracts, data security and national security compliance; monitor emerging coverage and political developments, assess reputational implications and coordinate timely responses.
• Prepare executives and technical experts for media interviews, congressional hearings and industry panels, including briefing materials, message development and practice.
• Coordinate with Product, Sales and Marketing to keep external messaging accurate and consistent with federal procurement and compliance requirements.

Skills

Public affairs leadership

Washington policy familiarity

Reporter/media relations

Executive communications

Strategic writing

Crisis communications

Job description

Twenty Technologies in Arlington, VA is seeking a Director of Communications to lead federal-focused public affairs for national security clients, shaping policy-relevant narratives for policymakers, defense leaders and the media.

You’ll own the narrative, manage executive messaging, and build strong relationships with reporters while aligning external communications with procurement and compliance. This hands-on leadership role requires superb writing and strategic judgment.