Marketing Research Manager (Top Secret cleared)

About this role

The Company  

At ICF Next, we are driven by the opportunity to solve complex challenges that matter. Our teams combine   expertise   in science, technology, analytics, and program management to help government clients tackle critical national priorities. We are fearless in exploring   new ideas , relentless in delivering results for our clients, and committed to making a meaningful impact. We bring together strategists, creatives, technologists, and communicators to deliver integrated marketing and recruitment solutions that strengthen mission-driven organizations.    

The Work  

ICF Next is seeking a   Marketing Research Manager/Strategist   to support a high-visibility federal client within the national security space, focused on large-scale recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives.   This is a fully onsite role within a secure government environment requiring close, day-to-day collaboration with client stakeholders.  

T he   role supports data-informed strategy development by analyzing market trends, audience insights, and campaign performance to inform recruitment marketing efforts and improve overall program effectiveness.    

The role   operates   at the intersection of research, analytics, and marketing, translating data into actionable insights that support targeting, messaging, and campaign optimization in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.    

Job Location  

Onsite – Washington, DC (government facility, Metro accessible). All work is performed   onsite   in a secure federal environment. Limited telework may be authorized only as   permitted   by the client and contract requirements.    

What You Will Do  

• Conduct market, audience, and competitive research to support recruitment marketing strategies  

• Analyze marketing and campaign performance data to   identify   trends and opportunities .   Develop insights and recommendations to improve targeting, messaging, and engagement  

• Support development of audience segmentation and data-informed marketing approaches  

• Collaborate onsite with government stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align research with program objectives  

• Contribute to reporting, briefings, and presentations for stakeholders  

• Utilize analytics and marketing technology platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI, and platform-native analytics across paid media and social channels) to   monitor   performance and   identify   opportunities for improvement  

• Assist   in development of measurement frameworks, tracking methodologies (e.g., UTM tagging, conversion tracking, and cross-channel attribution), and performance benchmarks to support KPI reporting and optimization  

• Support integration and alignment of data across platforms (e.g., CRM/email systems, web analytics, and media platforms) to enable cohesive reporting and full-funnel performance insights  

• Identify   emerging trends in workforce behavior and digital engagement  

• Support   ongoing optimization efforts through testing and analysis    

Basic Qualifications  

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance   required  

• Ability to work onsite full-time in Washington, DC  

• U.S. citizenship   required  

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, economics, or a related field  

• 3+ years of professional experience in marketing research, analytics, or related field    

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience supporting federal government or public-sector programs  

• Familiarity with recruitment marketing or employer branding  

• Experience analyzing data to generate actionable insights  

• Experience using analytics and reporting tools such as Google Analytics (GA4), Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms to interpret performance data and generate insights  

• Familiarity with digital marketing analytics, including paid media, social media, and web performance measurement    

Professional Skills  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  

• Ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment  

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams  

Bot and Third-Party Applications Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration.  Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration .   Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  for assistance.

Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer .   Together, our employees are empowered to share their   expertise   and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our  EEO   policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.   Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with   sincerely held   religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request   an accommodation,   please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to   assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent   required   to provide needed reasonable accommodations.   

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