Marketing Research Manager (Top Secret cleared)

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.