Marketing Manager

Agile Defense; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense in McLean, VA is seeking a Marketing Manager to plan and execute marketing initiatives that strengthen brand presence, support business development, and communicate complex capabilities.

The role collaborates with leadership, business development teams, technical subject matter experts, and external partners to produce clear, compelling marketing strategy and materials, plan and execute events, build differentiated thought leadership, and operate effectively in a highly regulated

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of marketing experience in national security, defense, government contracting, or related sectors.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, SEO, Google Analytics, and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing proactive communications strategies in large, complex organizations or government environments.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal contracting, IT services, digital modernization, and government affairs.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business development and capture teams to align marketing initiatives with strategic priorities and customer objectives.
• Develop and execute content creation and social media strategy, digital marketing, and advertising campaigns that translate complex technologies and mission capabilities into clear value propositions for government audiences.
• Manage website updates, content publishing, and performance optimization.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics (traffic, engagement, SEO) and recommend improvements.
• Support event marketing, conferences, and industry engagement.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Content creation

Digital marketing

Analytics

Writing/editing

Social media

Tools

SEO

Google Analytics

Content management systems

Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1828

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: Hybrid - Mclean, VA

Clearance Level: None Required

Job Description

Agile Defense is seeking a Marketing Manager with experience in the national security and defense industry. This role is responsible for planning and executing marketing initiatives that strengthen brand presence, support business development efforts, and communicate complex technical capabilities.

The ideal candidate combines strategic marketing thinking with hands‑on execution. This position works closely with leadership, business development teams, technical subject matter experts, and external partners to produce clear, compelling marketing strategy and materials, plan and execute events, build differentiated thought leadership, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly regulated and customer‑facing environment.

Education & Experience

• 8-10 years of marketing experience, preferably in national security, defense, government contracting, or related sectors.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, SEO, Google Analytics, and social media platforms.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing proactive communications strategies in large, complex organizations or government environments.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal contracting, IT services, digital modernization, and government affairs.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and make informed decisions.

Required Skills

• Collaborate with business development and capture teams to develop and align marketing initiatives with strategic priorities and customer objectives.
• Develop and execute content creation and social media strategy, digital marketing, and advertising campaigns that translate complex technologies and mission capabilities into clear value propositions for government audiences.
• Manage website updates, content publishing, and performance optimization.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics (traffic, engagement, SEO) and recommend improvements.
• Support event marketing, conferences, and industry engagement.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with UX fundamentals or digital experience best practices.
• Prior experience supporting DoW or federal IT modernization programs.
• Experience advising senior leaders and operating as a trusted communications counselor.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid position: standard sedentary work performed primarily at a computer workstation, including extended periods of screen time, keyboard/mouse use, and virtual collaboration with distributed teams and stakeholders.
• No significant physical strength demands or adverse environmental conditions. Must be able to communicate effectively in virtual meetings, workshops, and presentations.

Our Core Values

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities