Marketing Research Manager (Top Secret cleared)
At a glance
Mid-level General Marketing role at ICF. Washington · full-time · $81,147–$137,949 base.
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What you'll do
- Research markets, audiences, and competitors to shape recruitment marketing strategy
- Analyze campaign and marketing results to find trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
- Turn research findings into recommendations for targeting, messaging, segmentation, and engagement
- Build measurement approaches, tracking methods, benchmarks, and cross-platform reporting for campaign KPIs
- Work onsite with government stakeholders and internal teams on reports, briefings, testing, and optimization
What you bring
- An active Top Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required
- You can work full-time onsite in Washington, DC, within a secure federal facility
- A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, economics, or a related area is required
- You bring at least three years in marketing research, analytics, or a related field
Who this fits
You’ll suit this role if you can convert audience, market, and campaign data into practical marketing decisions. The work is fully onsite in Washington, DC, with limited telework only when client and contract rules allow. You’ll collaborate closely with government stakeholders and cross-functional teams in a secure environment.
From the employer
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.
The 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.
Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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