SEO AEO Content Operations Manager

Pay Range: $60.16hr - $65.16hr Job Overview: As part of the Revenue Marketing team, the SEO/AEO Content Operations Manager is responsible for the operational execution of SEO and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) initiatives while working under the strategic direction of the SEO/AEO Program Lead. This role conducts prompt and search research, manages content optimization programs, coordinates cross-functional reviews, and ensures recommendations move efficiently from planning through implementation.

The successful candidate serves as the central point of coordination among SEO/AEO, Product Marketing, Content, Legal, and other key stakeholders to ensure content updates are delivered on schedule and aligned with established best practices, governance standards, strategic priorities, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities: Content Audits & Optimization Planning: Review existing content to identify outdated, underperforming, duplicate, or obsolete assets. Document audit findings and support the development of recommendations for content updates, consolidation, redirects, and retirement opportunities. Coordinate implementation of optimization priorities based on business objectives and strategic direction established by program leadership.

SEO/AEO Content Execution: Support the implementation of SEO and AEO strategies across digital content properties. Conduct research on emerging search trends, prompts, and AI-driven Client experiences. Identify opportunities to improve content visibility and performance in traditional search engines and AI-powered search environments. Ensure content updates align with approved optimization strategies, editorial standards, and campaign priorities.

Cross-Functional Review Coordination: Manage end-to-end review workflows for content recommendations and updates. Coordinate reviews with Product Marketing, Content, Legal, and other stakeholders. Track approvals, follow up on outstanding actions, and help drive projects through completion. Maintain clear communication regarding project status, timelines, and dependencies.

Agency & Vendor Execution Management: Review deliverables from external SEO agencies, consultants, and strategic partners. Validate recommendations for quality, completeness, and alignment with established SEO/AEO best practices. Coordinate implementation efforts with internal teams and ensure recommendations are executed effectively.

Content Quality Assurance & Governance: Perform quality assurance reviews prior to publication. Ensure content complies with SEO, AEO, accessibility, schema markup, and content governance requirements. Identify issues, escalate risks, and recommend corrective actions when necessary. Support adherence to organizational content standards and publishing processes.

Workflow & Implementation Tracking: Maintain visibility into content optimization projects, implementation activities, and stakeholder requests. Monitor progress against established timelines and project milestones. Identify and mitigate blockers that could impact delivery. Provide regular status updates and reporting to stakeholders and program leadership.

Preferred Qualifications: 3+ years of experience supporting SEO, content marketing, digital marketing, or content operations initiatives. Familiarity with SEO best practices, keyword research, content optimization, schema markup, and search performance metrics. Understanding of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and AI-powered search experiences. Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and track projects across cross-functional teams. Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills. Experience working with content management systems (CMS), marketing platforms, and SEO tools preferred. Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality assurance and process improvement.

Preferred Tools & Platforms: Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools. Adobe Analytics. SEMrush, Ahrefs, or similar SEO platforms. Experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) or other CMS platforms is a plus. Wrike. Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Profound or similar AI search visibility/content optimization platforms. Familiarity with LLMs and AI tools (e.g., Gemini, Copilot, ChatGPT).

Success Profile: The ideal candidate is a highly organized marketing operations professional who can effectively coordinate stakeholders, manage optimization workflows, ensure content quality, and drive execution of SEO/AEO initiatives from strategy through implementation. This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment, balances multiple priorities, and ensures projects are completed accurately and on time.

Key Attributes: Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and follow-up skills. Proactive problem-solving mindset. Ability to influence and coordinate across multiple teams. Strong project management and organizational capabilities. Results-oriented with a focus on operational excellence. Comfortable working in both traditional SEO and emerging AI search environments.

Benefits: Our Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law) Supplemental Insurance Plans Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Employee Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location.

Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws. About Cynet Systems Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada.

We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia. As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers.

Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.