Job Family:
Communications
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
Reporting to the Director of Editorial & Content, the Defense & Security Content Lead will develop and manage integrated content strategies focused on thought leadership and marketing collateral to support targeted, multi-channel marketing campaigns for the Defense & Security marketing team. This role will collaborate closely with the Defense & Security Marketing Director and team, as well as segment, sales, and corporate leaders, to create compelling content that elevates Guidehouse’s brand and drives engagement with key audiences across defense, intelligence, and national security sectors.
The Defense & Security Content Lead will oversee messaging and publishing calendars for earned, sponsored, and self-published content in alignment with enterprise content strategy and campaign objectives. This professional will ensure content is leveraged across blogs, white papers, case studies, marketing collateral, social media, newsletters, webinars, and paid media to maximize reach and impact.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop and edit high-quality thought leadership pieces, including white papers, blogs, op-eds, case studies, and executive viewpoints.
Create marketing collateral such as service sheets, campaign assets, and sales enablement materials tailored to Defense & Security priorities.
Collaborate with marketing colleagues on integrated campaigns, social media content, and newsletters.
Lead Defense & Security Editorial Board of segment leaders, presenting strategic content ideas and aligning with business objectives.
Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery across multiple channels.
Partner with subject matter experts to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling narratives.
Monitor and report on content performance metrics, including engagement and lead generation.
Present updates to editorial boards and provide guidance to internal teams on leveraging content effectively.
Offer strategic, innovative ideas to enhance content impact and alignment with campaign goals.
What You Will Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
6+ years of marketing and communications experience, preferably in defense, security, or government sectors.
Proven success in developing thought leadership and marketing collateral for integrated campaigns.
Outstanding writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills across multiple teams and levels, including experience working with executives.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
Familiarity with digital marketing tools, analytics platforms, and social media publishing solutions.
Highly motivated, innovative, and results-driven professional with strong project management skills.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
This position requires an exceptional writer, communicator, and strategist who understands the full spectrum of content development and dissemination. The ideal candidate will have experience in thought leadership campaigns, marketing collateral development, and integrated marketing strategies for defense and security audiences.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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