Chief Communications & AI Thought Leader

Doist; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyberhaven, based in the Bay Area, is seeking a Director of Communications to build and lead our global communications strategy. This senior leader will own our story, thought leadership, media and analyst relations, and influencer partnerships to position Cyberhaven as the category leader in data security for the agentic enterprise.

Reporting to the CMO, you will partner with the CEO, executive team, marketing and product management to translate Cyberhaven's narrative into market momentum while

Qualifications

• 15+ years of communications experience, with significant experience in B2B software and deep cybersecurity expertise.
• Proven track record building executive thought leadership platforms and developing strong analyst and influencer relationships.
• Experience advising C-level executives, including partnering directly with a CEO on high-stakes external communications.

Responsibilities

• Tell stories that break through the noise and shape the industry.
• Own and execute thought leadership strategy, bylines, research, ghostwriting, speaking opportunities, and industry commentary.
• Build advocacy across audiences: align internally, partner with customers for case studies and speaking opportunities, and work with ecosystem partners.
• Develop and manage relationships with key analysts, journalists, and influencers in security, B2B software, and Biz/tech.
• Advise the CEO and executive team on messaging for high-stakes moments and market-moving announcements.
• Collaborate with Product Marketing, Product Management, Demand and Sales to align communications with GTM priorities.
• Identify and implement AI tooling to accelerate content creation, media monitoring, and research.
• Develop crisis and issues communications plans for cybersecurity; oversee agency relationships and budget.
• Drive earned media, awards, and industry recognition and report on communications impact.

Skills

Thought leadership

Media relations

Analyst relations

Executive communications

AI tooling adoption

Crisis communications

Writing

Job description

Cyberhaven, based in the Bay Area, is seeking a Director of Communications to build and lead our global communications strategy. This senior leader will own our story, thought leadership, media and analyst relations, and influencer partnerships to position Cyberhaven as the category leader in data security for the agentic enterprise.

Reporting to the CMO, you will partner with the CEO, executive team, marketing and product management to translate Cyberhaven's narrative into market momentum while