Director, Public Relations and Communications
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Public Relations and Communications based in the United States.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping and amplifying the company’s global narrative across public relations, executive communications, and external storytelling channels. You will define and execute an integrated communications strategy that elevates brand visibility, strengthens category leadership, and drives market demand. The role sits at the intersection of marketing, product, and executive leadership, ensuring consistent messaging across press, analyst relations, social media, and major industry events. You will be responsible for positioning executives and subject-matter experts as recognized voices in cybersecurity and AI innovation. This is a highly visible role with direct influence on brand perception, pipeline generation, and industry mindshare. It is ideal for a strategic communicator who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth technology environments and enjoys building narratives that shape markets.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Public Relations and Communications based in the United States.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping and amplifying the company’s global narrative across public relations, executive communications, and external storytelling channels. You will define and execute an integrated communications strategy that elevates brand visibility, strengthens category leadership, and drives market demand. The role sits at the intersection of marketing, product, and executive leadership, ensuring consistent messaging across press, analyst relations, social media, and major industry events. You will be responsible for positioning executives and subject-matter experts as recognized voices in cybersecurity and AI innovation. This is a highly visible role with direct influence on brand perception, pipeline generation, and industry mindshare. It is ideal for a strategic communicator who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth technology environments and enjoys building narratives that shape markets.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and own the global PR and communications strategy across earned media, corporate messaging, thought leadership, and key company announcements.
- Define and evolve the company’s narrative, messaging architecture, and positioning within cybersecurity, AI automation, and offensive security markets.
- Lead executive communications strategy, building visibility through media engagement, speaking opportunities, bylines, and social platforms.
- Design and execute integrated communications plans aligned with product launches, marketing campaigns, industry events, and strategic milestones.
- Manage PR agencies and external partners, setting priorities, defining KPIs, and ensuring alignment with business objectives and messaging consistency.
- Oversee cross-functional alignment with Marketing, Product, Sales, Customer, and People teams to ensure unified storytelling across all channels.
- Develop crisis communications frameworks and serve as a strategic advisor during sensitive or high-risk situations.
- Drive analyst relations strategy (where applicable), expanding market awareness and category leadership through industry influencers and research firms.
- Define PR success metrics such as share of voice, executive visibility, and impact on pipeline, using insights to continuously refine strategy.
- 8–12+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or related roles within B2B technology, preferably cybersecurity or enterprise software.
- Proven success leading PR strategy, executive communications, and external messaging in high-growth organizations.
- Strong experience acting as a strategic advisor to senior executives and leadership teams.
- Demonstrated ability to manage PR agencies, budgets, and multi-region communications programs.
- Exceptional storytelling, messaging development, and executive presence coaching skills.
- Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments with strong prioritization and execution focus.
- Experience working with analyst relations, media ecosystems, and industry influencers is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with PR tools and platforms (e.g., media monitoring, social listening, and analytics tools) is a plus.
- Background in cybersecurity, enterprise technology, or AI/ML domains strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive level.
- Competitive base salary: $211,000 – $235,000 annually
- Equity package in the form of stock options
- Fully remote work environment with flexibility and work-life balance
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families
- Flexible vacation policy and generous parental leave
- Opportunity to shape a category-defining brand in cybersecurity and AI innovation
- High-impact leadership role with strong executive visibility and strategic influence
- Inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven company culture
- Opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly scaling organization
- Travel opportunities (up to 25%) for key events, offsites, and industry engagements.