Communications Analyst

Network Runners, Inc.
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2024
Communications Analyst

Company Description:

Network Runners, Inc. is an Information Technology Solutions Company - providing innovative IT solutions and organizational support within the DOD and the Civil sector.  Our largest presence is in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, DHS/USCG, DHS/S&T, USSTRATCOM etc., providing Information Technology and Organizational Support solutions. Today, NRI’s experienced, and highly qualified team members are in nearly a dozen cities nationwide. We are recognized for our value, ingenuity, and mission focus. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, NRI is an established CMMI Maturity Level 3 and ISO 9001: 2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2011, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO 14001 Certified Small Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business.


Clearance: **Must have an Active Secret Clearance**

Position Description:
Network Runners, Inc is seeking a  Communications Analyst (Mid-level)  to provide public affairs (PA) and outreach support for the Office of the Under Secretary of Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)). 

Duties & Responsibilities: 
  • Review, analyze, and recommend solutions to PA-related problems and issues, track issues and problems through to resolution, and respond to related questions and correspondence. 
  • Apply analytic techniques in the evaluation of project objectives and contributes to the implementation of strategic direction. 
  • Develop and execute strategic communications and media outreach activities in support of OUSD(R&E) responsibilities, priorities, and objectives.  
  • Coordinate and track public engagement, media activity and other external outreach for the entire OUSD(R&E) organization, in support of all activities in coordination with OSD(PA) 
  • Meet on a recurring basis with OSD(PA) counterparts within OUSD(R&E) to ensure awareness and coordination of public engagement, media, and other external outreach activities across the OUSD(R&E) enterprise. 
  • Provide recommendations to the OUSD(R&E) leadership on public engagement, media and external outreach activities that will advance OUSD(R&E) messaging priorities. 
  • Coordinate media activity and external outreach within OUSD(R&E) organization  
  • Conceive, prepare, and post information to OUSD (R&E) and Independent Research and Development (IR&D) Innovation Marketplace websites (www.cto.mil and www.defenseinnovationmarketplace.mil, respectively).
  • Accomplish coordination of OUSD(R&E) activities with OSD(PA)

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, journalism, or communications is required. 
  • At the discretion of the Government, a minimum of two (2) years of specialized experience which includes military experience may be substituted in lieu of specific educational requirements, in addition to the minimum experience listed above.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience, of which at least two (2) must be specialized in communications or public affairs. Experienced in writing, editing, and performing research to develop comprehensive written products. 
  • Highly preferred experience and skills in communications, public relations, and/or journalism at the DoD and/or service component Headquarters level
  • Have a understanding of the DoD Public Affairs process, including how to engage with the media and via public events. 
  • Demonstrated ability to interface with senior level officials within OUSD(R&E), OSD(PA), and across stakeholder organizations. 
  • Expert in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel as well as with multimedia and social media applications. 
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize. 


Type of Job: Full Time
Salary: Competitive salary  
Attractive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA/FSA, LTD/STD, PTO, Federal Holidays
Work location: Arlington, VA

Network Runners, Inc. (NRI) is an equal opportunity employer. NRI prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NRI conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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