Senior National Security Communications Lead

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

On-site work four days a week

Career development

Job summary

MITRE seeks a senior, national security-fluent communications leader to head MITRE National Security’s communications strategy and messaging. You will align executives, SMEs, and stakeholders, shaping narratives and coordinating across MITRE’s Communications and External Affairs teams.

The role requires top-tier writing, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage sensitive, policy-driven communications in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing end-to-end communications strategies for complex organizations.
• Ability to translate technical content into clear narratives for multiple audiences.
• Proven track record in executive communications and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end communications strategy for MITRE National Security and define priorities.
• Advise senior leaders and SMEs on messaging, narratives, and reputational risk.
• Coordinate across Communications, government relations, and external affairs teams.

Skills

End-to-end communications

Audience strategy

Executive communications

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications/journalism/public relations

Master’s degree in related field

PhD with 5 years’ experience or equivalent

Job description

MITRE seeks a senior, national security-fluent communications leader to head MITRE National Security’s communications strategy and messaging. You will align executives, SMEs, and stakeholders, shaping narratives and coordinating across MITRE’s Communications and External Affairs teams.

The role requires top-tier writing, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage sensitive, policy-driven communications in a high-stakes environment.