Senior Manager, Public Sector Communications, AWS Communications
Are you passionate about the broad and rapidly growing technology industry? Are you fascinated by the ways the world's largest technology companies approach communications? Are you excited by the thought of joining the communications team at one of the fastest growing technology companies in history? AWS is looking for a self-motivated and experienced public relations professional to drive awareness around the positive work AWS does supporting governments and defense focused organizations. The right candidate possesses strong media relations and PR experience, is an expert at translating complex technology concepts into concise and well-written narratives, has significant experience supporting customers in the defense industry, and has a demonstrated ability in working on cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology, understanding how it is shaping and redefining the world we live in and engaging top tier business, inside-the-beltway, and technology media. They are motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. In this role, the candidate will have the ability to work alongside a variety of internal teams and also support AWS customers. The candidate must have excellent writing skills, have experience driving proactive campaigns and have a track record of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations. This role will be based in the greater Washington, D.C area and may require periodic travel. Key job responsibilitiesThe Senior Manager, Public Sector Communications will:- Work closely with AWS Public Sector Customers to help them tell their stories about success with AWS, and how cloud technology is helping them innovate and increase mission success- Provide communications counsel to business leaders- Work alongside colleagues around the world to share best practices and execute global campaigns- Work cross-functionally to plan and execute communications campaigns- Develop communications plans to support the development and execution of events and media engagementsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field - 10+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or public affairs focused on the defense, national security, and government landscape - Current experience managing media relationships and a network of government-focused media contacts - Business to Government and Business to Business experience, including exposure to government procurement and acquisition - Experience working in the field of cloud computing, cybersecurity and technology ...