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Lukos · 5 hours ago

Regional Media Analyst

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lukos is a professional services company delivering support to the Federal Government, and they are seeking a Regional Media Analyst. The role involves monitoring and analyzing media sources within the CENTCOM AOR, providing insights on foreign news and trends that impact public opinion and strategic communication.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide multilingual monitoring of news and media sources within the CENTCOM AOR, delivering contextual analysis of significant events in real time

Identify and track media trends, focusing on political, economic, cultural, and security issues that influence public opinion and media sentiment

Utilize foreign language proficiency and regional expertise to analyze complex issues, ensuring accuracy and relevance

Offer in-depth regional expertise, including knowledge of international relations, U.S. foreign policy, trade, economics, security, and terrorism as they pertain to the CENTCOM AOR

Advise CCPA leadership on the formulation of communication strategies based on media sentiment, regional dynamics, and key influencers

Recommend which media personalities and influencers CCPA leadership should engage with and assess resulting media coverage from interviews and engagements

Draft comprehensive reports on significant regional events, ensuring that they are relevant, timely, and suitable for sharing with CENTCOM senior leaders and subordinate commands

Provide continuous analysis and updates on media coverage, tracking how issues evolve over time and how they impact public opinion

Provide cultural and language expertise to CCPA personnel, including written and oral translation and interpretation services

Update CENTCOM’s foreign-language social media platforms with culturally sensitive content that aligns with CENTCOM’s communication strategies, themes, and messages

Make informed recommendations on engagement methods (e.g., platform choice, timing) to ensure that communication strategies resonate with target audiences

Including providing analysis outside normal working hours during crises or other high-stakes situations

Facilitate timely responses during crises, ensuring that communication strategies are adapted to the rapidly changing media landscape

Qualification

Media AnalysisTS/SCI ClearanceLanguage ProficiencyData AnalysisCultural AwarenessResearch SkillsNetworkingCommunication SkillsCritical Thinking

Required

A Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent, with at least five (5) years of relevant experience in media analysis, regional studies, or related fields

TS/SCI Clearance Required

Extensive experience in monitoring various forms of media (newspapers, magazines, online news, television broadcasts, social media) within the CENTCOM AOR

Must have 3/3/3 (or higher) proficiency in Reading, Speaking, Listening, and Writing according to the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) rating system or other comparable systems for languages like Arabic, Farsi, Mandarin, Russian, Hebrew, and Pashto

Preferred

Data Analysis: Proficiency in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting media-related data, using tools such as Excel, SQL, or media monitoring software

Research Skills: Strong ability to conduct in-depth research and synthesize findings into actionable insights

Cultural Awareness: Deep understanding of cultural, social, and political dynamics in the CENTCOM AOR, particularly regarding media consumption patterns and influences

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to diverse stakeholders

Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate media content for bias, credibility, and relevance, identifying emerging trends or shifts in sentiment

Networking: Establish and maintain relationships with key media professionals, experts, and government officials to gain valuable insights