About the position
POLITICO is seeking a smart, aggressive reporter to cover national security strategy in Washington, focusing on critical issues ranging from the halls of Congress to the National Security Council. The successful candidate will help POLITICO readers navigate the complex policy debates and political tensions surrounding significant global events, including the war in Ukraine, crises in the Middle East, threats from China, and various flashpoints around the world. This role will involve deep engagement with intelligence committees on Capitol Hill, diplomatic communities, and the National Security Council, providing insights into how the U.S. engages with both allies and adversaries. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for politics and a thirst for high-impact stories, demonstrating strong writing skills and a drive to set the agenda in Washington. A proven track record of delivering scoops and enterprise reporting in a fast-paced daily newsroom is essential. The reporter will join a team of enterprising and hard-charging journalists covering the Intelligence Community, foreign policy, the Pentagon, and cybersecurity. Their work will be featured across all POLITICO platforms, including politico.com, the POLITICO Pro subscription service, and various newsletters, reaching audiences in both the U.S. and Europe.
Responsibilities
- Cover national security strategy and related political issues in Washington.
- Report on policy debates and political tensions surrounding global crises.
- Engage with intelligence committees, diplomatic communities, and the National Security Council.
- Deliver high-impact stories and enterprise reporting in a fast-paced environment.
- Build and manage sources on a competitive beat.
- Write clearly and accurately on deadline, breaking news as it happens.
- Identify and report on conceptual scoops that stand out from daily news.
Requirements
- Excellent grasp of national security policy and politics.
- Ability to build and manage sources effectively.
- Established ability to write clearly and accurately under tight deadlines.
- Proven ability to break news and handle a demanding reporting job.
- Skill in identifying and reporting on unique and significant stories.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Commuter and cell phone reimbursements
- Retirement plans
- Work-life balance flexibility
- Opportunities for career development
