CENTCOM PAO Media Operations Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Public Affairs Office (CCPA) is seeking highly skilled and mission-focused Media Operations Specialists to join a dynamic team supporting 24 / 7 media operations. These specialists will rotate between the CENTCOM Joint Operations Center (JOC) and the Media Operations Desk, providing real-time media monitoring, strategic communication support, and direct interaction with senior defense leaders.

This role is ideal for professionals with strong writing, briefing, and analytical skills who thrive in high-tempo environments and are passionate about supporting national defense communications.

Key Responsibilities :

Rotational Joint Operations Center (JOC) Support

• Serve as watch standers in the CENTCOM JOC and Media Operations Desk on a rotational basis.
• Maintain 24 / 7 situational awareness of media coverage and operational events across the CENTCOM AOR.
• Support shift schedules and surge operations as directed by the CCPA Director and Program Manager.

Media Monitoring & Reporting

Media Engagement & Response

Briefing & Communication Support

Crisis & Contingency Operations

Requirements :

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About Vistra : Vistra Communications, doing business as Vistra and Vistra Federal Solutions, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Tampa, FL with an office in Alexandria, VA providing professional support serviced to Defense, Federal, and Civilian Agencies. Approximately 25% of our “team member” employees work in the National Capital Region, providing communications, outreach, and organizational transformation services to our public sector customers. Vistra provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off, Parental and Bereavement Leave, and Professional Development, among other benefits.

US Citizenship Required : Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9 / E-Verify at the start of employment.