Director, Communications

Twenty • Arlington, VA

2d • $175,000 - $307,000

About The Position

Twenty builds cyber capabilities and intelligence products for the U.S. Government and its allies, supporting national security missions across the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. The Director, Communications will lead federal-focused communications strategy to help policymakers, defense leaders, and media understand Twenty’s technology and its national security relevance.

The role owns the company narrative, media relationships, and executive communications to build Twenty’s credibility in Washington. Working closely with Government Relations, Product, Sales, and Marketing, the Director will connect public communications to policy priorities, prepare leaders for high-stakes engagements, and manage reputational issues with accuracy and sound judgment. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for setting strategy and personally delivering writing, outreach, and preparation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience leading public affairs, corporate communications, or media relations.
• Deep familiarity with Washington’s political ecosystem, federal technology policy, and defense terminology.
• Established, referenceable relationships with reporters covering Capitol Hill, the Pentagon, and federal IT.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with examples of turning complex technical information into clear, persuasive public narratives.
• Demonstrated ownership of communications strategy and execution, including executive messaging, media engagement, and hands-on content development.
• Sound judgment when communicating about sensitive topics, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders and technical experts.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to U.S. government contract and security requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in defense, aerospace, or technology.
• Experience coordinating public affairs campaigns with government relations around legislative or policy priorities.
• Experience with crisis or issues communications involving government contracts, cybersecurity, or national security.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a federal-focused public affairs strategy to build Twenty’s visibility and credibility with policymakers, defense leaders, and relevant media.
• Translate technical capabilities and national security developments into accurate, compelling narratives for federal technology, defense, and mainstream outlets.
• Write and edit press releases, executive op-eds, talking points, and thought leadership on topics including AI, cybersecurity, and defense procurement.
• Build and maintain relationships with defense, technology, and political journalists; develop story opportunities and lead media outreach.
• Serve as an official spokesperson on approved topics and manage incoming federal media inquiries and interview requests.
• Partner with Government Relations on integrated advocacy campaigns, aligning media activity and executive messaging with legislative priorities and milestones such as the NDAA cycle.
• Develop and maintain crisis communications plans for issues involving federal contracts, data security, and national security compliance; monitor emerging coverage and political developments, assess reputational implications, and coordinate timely responses.
• Prepare executives and technical experts for media interviews, congressional hearings, and industry panels, including briefing materials, message development, and practice.
• Coordinate with Product, Sales, and Marketing to keep external messaging accurate and consistent with federal procurement and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Life/AD&D and disability coverage options.
• Paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees: 12 weeks for birthing parents, 4 weeks for non-birthing parents, and 6 weeks for adoptive, foster, or intended parents through surrogacy.
• Paid holidays and flexible PTO.
• 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options.
• HSA/FSA options and dependent care FSA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed