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Research & Communications Analyst - Critical Infrastructure

Nexightgroup
Location
Silver Spring, MD
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Infrastructure Resilience
Salary
$55,000-$75,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, History, English, Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, general Liberal Arts programs, or related fields
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, manufacturing, or related scientific fields with demonstrated experience writing for non-technical audiences
  • At least 1 year of professional experience
  • In lieu of degree requirements, the equivalent of 5 years of relevant professional experience
  • Strict attention to detail with minimal oversight required
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Nice to have
  • Bachelor’s degree in a writing-heavy discipline with more than 1 year of relevant experience
  • Previous professional experience in a policy analysis, consulting, project management, client-facing role, or federal agency role
  • Knowledge and previous use of style guides and editorial judgement
  • Direct experience researching/writing on topics related to national security, cybersecurity, and/or critical infrastructure
What the job really is

The Research and Communications Analyst will support federal clients in critical infrastructure protection by conducting research, synthesizing information, and producing clear writing products. Responsibilities include developing expertise in various technical subjects, drafting reports and presentations, and participating in client meetings. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Company contributions to employee health savings accounts (HSAs)
  • Company 401(k) contributions
  • Profit sharing
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed, only a range of $55,000-$75,000 subject to negotiation
  • Hybrid position with semi-regular visits to client sites; fully remote work is case-by-case
  • Requires ability to attain a Public Trust security clearance
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