Lead Editor

Lead Editor Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time | Contract 10 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Top Secret Clearance Website management TS/SCI Bachelor of Science Content management systems Content editing Bachelor's degree in business administration Schedule management Team management Quality standards in production Business Administration Content strategy Senior level Business Production scheduling Bachelor of Arts Cross-functional communication Progress tracking (project management tasks) Product lifecycle management

Full Job Description Description:

This position is contingent upon successful contract award. Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of official joint and service publications. This role requires a unique blend of doctrinal expertise and technical mastery of DoD-specific content management systems. Lead production of critical information, ensure every product—whether digital or print—meets the highest standards of clarity, organizational terminology, and public-facing compliance.

Job Roles & Responsibilities Production & Schedule Management:

Direct the full production lifecycle of doctrinal and organizational products. Utilize tracking tools to manage complex schedules, ensuring all milestones are met without compromising product quality.

Content Strategy & Management:

Oversee content management strategy, ensuring information is archived, updated, and accessible across the enterprise.

Public Information Systems Oversight:

Manage and update web-based content using the American Forces Public Information Management System (AFPIMS) , ensuring all digital footprints align with DoD Public Web standards.

Editorial Leadership:

Direct, manage, and coordinate large-scale editorial initiatives. Set the standard for order, clarity, conciseness, and terminology across all organizational communications.

Performance Management:

Coordinate performance metrics related to publishing and communications, identifying bottlenecks in the development process and implementing streamlined workflows.

High-Level Coordination:

Serve as the primary liaison between doctrine developers, service leads, and public affairs offices to ensure a unified and professional organizational voice. Travel may be required

Requirements:

Experience Requirements:

Candidates must demonstrate successful performance in at least four (4) of the following areas:

Doctrinal Publishing Expertise:

Mastery of the Joint or Service doctrine development and publishing processes.

Production Oversight:

Proven ability to manage production schedules and enforce rigid standards for style and terminology.

CMS Mastery:

Expertise in enterprise-level content management.

AFPIMS Certification:

Current certification in the DoD Public Web's proprietary American Forces Public Information Management System (AFPIMS).

Leadership & Communication:

Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and communicate complex information effectively across various echelons of command.

Strategic Initiative Management:

Extensive knowledge and ability to direct and coordinate large-scale publishing projects and organizational performance management. Education & Experience Requirements A Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Management Science, or a related academic field. No degree required if the candidate possesses at least 10 years of demonstrated success in the communications and publishing areas listed above.

Clearance Requirements:

Possesses and maintain Top Secret Clearance ( SCI preferred ) If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today! Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025 , Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security.

Our benefits include:

Medical Insurance TriCare Supplemental Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions Paid Time Off (PTO) 11 Paid Holidays Education Reimbursement Program Computing Device Reimbursement Program Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.