Manager, CISO Communications & Security PR

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI. What is The Role We’re seeking an expert Communications Manager to support Elastic’s AI-powered security platforms and solutions, while also serving as the lead communications advisor to our CISO and Security leadership team. You’ll combine strategic thinking and hands-on execution to build communications programs (media + social media + employee advocacy) for product launches, industry events, threat research storytelling, and thought leadership campaigns, as well as proactive media engagement. You are adept at crafting content that resonates with both technical and decision-maker audiences, including CISOs, SOC analysts, IT leaders, and the broader cybersecurity community. What You Will Be Doing Product & Threat Intelligence PR In this role, you will lead PR strategy and execution for Elastic Security product announcements, feature launches, and roadmap milestones. You’ll partner closely with our threat intelligence researchers to package and promote findings for media, customers, analysts, and social channels, ensuring our insights land with the right audiences. You’ll also drive proactive campaigns around major industry moments and events, while collaborating with regional PR teams to extend Elastic’s security story globally. Success will be measured by your ability to establish and track metrics that evaluate impact, and to adjust campaigns for maximum results. Executive Communications for the CISO You will also serve as the primary communications lead for Elastic’s CISO, shaping and executing speaking, media, and content strategies. This includes creating op-eds, blogs, speeches, and social content and preparing the CISO for high-impact opportunities such as media interviews, keynote addresses, and industry panel discussions. Through these efforts, you’ll help continue to position our CISO as a trusted voice in the global cybersecurity community. What You Bring 6–8 years of experience in public relations or communications, preferably in cybersecurity or enterprise technology. Proven track record running security product PR campaigns, media relations, and executive comms programs. Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to create content for multiple audiences. Able to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment with multiple stakeholders. #LI-MLS Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary. This role does not have a variable compensation component. The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below. In select locations (including Seattle WA, Los Angeles CA, the San Francisco Bay Area CA, and the New York City Metro Area), an alternate range may apply as specified below. These ranges represent the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the ranges may be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program. Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being. The typical starting salary range for this role is: $106,900—$169,100 USD The typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed above is: $128,200—$202,700 USD Additional Information - We Take Care of Our People As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do. We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary Health coverage for you and your family in many locations Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles Generous number of vacation days each year Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. 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