Staff Writer GovCIO in DC, MD, VA

Locations: DC/MD/VA

Remote

Marketing/Communications/Media & Research

No Clearance Needed

GovCIO Media & Research is seeking candidates for a driven, self-starting staff writer to cover key individuals, topics and issues affecting federal technology for distribution across a wide array of the publication’s platforms, including web, video, podcasts, live and virtual events, and social media.

This is a fully remote position based in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Candidates must be located within commuting distance and available to attend weekly events and press briefings in the D.C. area as needed.

• Moderate panels and acquire speakers for events and webinars.
• Develop relationships with civilian agency leaders and schedule a variety of interviews with these leaders regularly.
• Maintain relationships with key media contacts in the federal IT space.
• Conceptualize and provide daily media coverage including written articles, video interviews and podcasts.
• Attend, cover and network at industry events and panels.
• Gather, analyze and report on information about federal contract opportunities or business trends, and use this information to inform editorial work.
• Work across the team to execute various editorial projects - including sales, design, and marketing.
• Assist in social media publishing.
• Compile and deploy newsletters.

Bachelor’s degree and 2
-5 yrs of work experience (or commensurate experience).

• Genuine curiosity around unfamiliar or technical subjects.
• Comfortable interviewing subject matter experts for live and in-person panels and podcasts.
• Ability to synthesize complex and technical topics to a broader audience.

• 2-5 years of previous federal reporting experience, job or internship related.
• Federal government reporting or interest is a plus.

USD $65,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

GovCIO is a team of transformers-people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo  be presented during each interview

• Enhanced Biometrics  screening
• Background check, to include:

• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

* Available to full-time employees

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