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 #: 1626
Job Title: Public Relations Associate
Location: Hybrid, McLean, VA
### Job Description
Agile Defense is seeking a Public Relations Associate with experience in the national security and defense industry. This role is responsible for planning and executing communications strategies that strengthen the organization’s visibility and reputation, support business development efforts, and develop differentiated thought leadership.
The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. This is a high-visibility position that requires partnering with senior leaders and external stakeholders to cultivate awareness of Agile Defense’s unique value and position in the market, and drive engagement supporting business strategy. This position requires the ability to visualize and execute across a communications ecosystem to enhance the organization's visibility and reputation: managing media relations, reinforcing PR priorities and cultivating messaging and audiences on social media, translating and ensuring consistency of messaging while building thought leadership platforms, and engaging internal audiences to enhance awareness of business priorities and build cultural affinity. This is a strategic role designed to foster connectivity and clarity across internal and external audiences across a globally distributed workforce and customer base.
This role will work closely with partners in marketing and business development to ensure clarity and consistency in messaging, as well as contribute to a flywheel communications system to build and sustain brand momentum.
### Education and Background
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
### Years of Experience
1-3 years of experience
### Required Skills
Previous experience in public relations or communications, preferably in national security, defense, government contracting, or related sectors.
Experience developing executive-level communication materials and messaging strategies, including briefings and positioning statements.
Experience developing and executing strategies for digital 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.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships.
Proficiency in media relations and understanding of the media landscape.
Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of federal contracting, IT services, digital modernization, and government affairs.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in adjusting campaign strategy, content direction, and channel prioritization based on performance data
### Preferred Skills
Experience in crisis communications management.
Prior experience supporting DoW or federal IT modernization programs.
Familiarity with developing and executing internal communications and employee engagement initiatives.
Experience developing digital media content (e.g., videos, interactive content).
Proven ability to turn complex business goals into relatable, effective communication strategies that resonate with people and culture.
### Working Conditions
Typical Office Enviornment
Our Core Values
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
- 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.
