Hoplite Solutions LLC · 19 hours ago
Media Operations Analyst (CENTCOM Public Affairs Directorate)
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expHoplite Solutions LLC is seeking Media Operations Analysts to support the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Directorate. The role involves executing communication strategies, monitoring media, and providing support for crisis communications and media engagements to ensure accurate information dissemination.
ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Draft, research, and coordinate responses to media inquiries, ensuring accuracy and alignment with CENTCOM messaging
Develop press releases, talking points, and response-to-query (RTQ) products to support CENTCOM’s strategic communication efforts
Prepare senior leaders for media engagements by providing briefing materials, messaging guidance, and interview preparation support
Assist in drafting official CENTCOM statements, ensuring clarity, precision, and adherence to public affairs guidance
Conduct real-time monitoring and analysis of global media coverage related to CENTCOM operations
Identify, track, and assess breaking news with potential impacts on CENTCOM, informing CCPA leadership immediately
Provide rapid-response media analysis, drafting recommended talking points and response strategies to counter misinformation or clarify reporting
Offer data-driven insights to inform leadership decision-making on media trends and potential public affairs challenges
Provide crisis communication support during contingency operations, ensuring rapid, coordinated, and effective messaging
Develop and disseminate Flash Reports, RTQs, and other urgent communication materials as events unfold
Assist Crisis Action Teams (CAT) in coordinating public affairs responses during high-tempo operations
Support 24/7 surge operations as needed, ensuring CENTCOM maintains a responsive and authoritative media presence
Conduct media training for CENTCOM senior leaders, equipping them with effective communication strategies for press engagements
Facilitate media embeds with key leadership events, ensuring proper coordination with military, government, and press stakeholders
Liaise with U.S. Embassies, DoD agencies, and partner nations to ensure proper logistics and coordination for media interactions
Support high-visibility events and press engagements, ensuring CENTCOM’s messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with U.S. strategic objectives
Provide on-site public affairs support for continuity of operations (COOP) requirements and other mission-essential activities
Support CENTCOM senior leadership engagements across multiple regions, ensuring media operations align with broader operational goals
Prepare and present key briefing materials for CENTCOM senior leaders
Capture and analyze significant reporting, official statements, transcripts, and other materials with CENTCOM equities from traditional and social media
Produce and distribute daily news summaries, assessing the information environment and summarizing key media reports relevant to CENTCOM operations
Research, draft, and coordinate RTQs. Distribute approved releases/statements to media outlets after appropriate authorization
Maintain real-time awareness of events that could impact CENTCOM’s media posture, developing RTQs and talking points to counter misinformation and support messaging
Provide public affairs support to Crisis Action Teams (CAT), Focal Point Operations Center (FPOC), and other contingency response efforts
Immediately draft and disseminate 'Flash Reports' upon the discovery of significant crises, attacks, or major news stories with CENTCOM equities
Provide media engagement expertise and best practices for CENTCOM senior leaders and designated spokespersons
Assist in planning and executing periodic public affairs briefings (e.g., Pentagon Press Corps, Dubai Media Hub), including preparation of spokespeople and developing talking points
Develop executive-level media engagement preparation materials for the CENTCOM Commander
Plan and coordinate media embeds for key leadership events, ensuring alignment with CENTCOM strategic communication objectives
Qualification
Required
Must have a minimum TS/SCI clearance prior to Contract award. Interim clearances will not be considered acceptable
Minimum of 5 years of experience in public affairs, public relations, or corporate communications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
Proficiency in crafting clear, concise, and effective media communication products (press releases, talking points, etc.)
Deep understanding of media operations, crisis communication strategies, and the ability to forge and maintain relationships with the Pentagon Press Corps and regional/international media
Ability to work under pressure, manage complex situations, and interact confidently with senior military and civilian leadership
Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) Style, Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint is essential
Exceptional briefing, writing, and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of global communication strategies, social media platforms, and media relations
Preferred
Advanced degree (Master's) is preferred for at least one of the analysts on the team
Previous experience with military public affairs is preferred but not required
Company
Hoplite Solutions LLC
Hoplite Solutions is a small business dedicated to providing critical consulting services on a variety of high-level projects for the intelligence, defense and the commercial industry.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase