Director, Strategic Communications for National Security

Invariant; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Commissions

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA contributions

Retirement matching

Educational assistance

Professional development assistance

Unlimited time off

Job summary

Invariant seeks a Director to join our Strategic Communications & Public Affairs team in Washington, DC. You will lead integrated client teams across public affairs, earned media, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement, serving as the strategic quarterback for measurable results.

You will develop strategies for technology companies in defense, AI, and policy areas, craft compelling narratives, mentor junior staff, and help drive business development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of strategic communications experience, with technology, defense, or policy-driven sectors.
• Agency experience preferred.
• Strong writing and editing skills for executive memos, media pitches, thought leadership content, and social posts.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated client teams across public affairs, earned media, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop and execute communications strategies for cutting-edge technology companies—defense tech, venture-backed deep tech, and AI firms navigating policy landscapes.
• Craft narratives translating technical innovation into business value, policy impact, and media stories.
• Design and manage integrated campaigns blending traditional media with digital channels, content creation, events, and thought leadership.
• Mentor and develop junior team members while managing multiple fast-moving workstreams with deadlines.
• Collaborate to create pitch decks, presentation materials, briefings, and client deliverables.

Skills

Strategic communications

Public affairs

Media relations

Digital strategy

Leadership

Writing & editing

Policy knowledge

Business development

Tools

Cision

Meltwater

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Invariant seeks a Director to join our Strategic Communications & Public Affairs team in Washington, DC. You will lead integrated client teams across public affairs, earned media, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement, serving as the strategic quarterback for measurable results.

You will develop strategies for technology companies in defense, AI, and policy areas, craft compelling narratives, mentor junior staff, and help drive business development.