Communications and Public Relations Manager – Cybersecurity Services Group

Venable LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Venable LLP is seeking a Communications and Public Relations Manager in Washington, DC, to enhance market visibility and support crisis response through strategic communications. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in communications, ideally within cybersecurity or technology sectors. Key responsibilities include drafting compelling content, managing media relations, and collaborating with marketing teams. The position offers a salary range of $160,000 to $175,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of communications or public relations experience, preferably in cybersecurity or technology.
• Proven ability to manage media relations and digital communications strategies.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and brand integrity.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and publish high-quality content on cybersecurity and data privacy.
• Develop and manage an editorial calendar aligned with cyber trends.
• Collaborate with marketing teams for client-facing initiatives.

Skills

Exceptional writing and editing skills

Strong understanding of cybersecurity and privacy topics

Analytical skills and comfort using metrics

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or Marketing

Job description

Venable LLP’s Cybersecurity Services Group seeks a strategic and creative Communications and Public Relations Manager to join the practice in the Washington, DC office.

Venable’s Cybersecurity Services Group operates at the forefront of data security, privacy, and incident response, advising organizations across industries on complex and evolving cyber risks. The Communications and Public Relations Manager will collaborate closely with clients to drive thought leadership, enhance market visibility, elevate their profiles, and support crisis response through compelling content, proactive media engagement, and integrated digital communications strategies. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer with experience in cybersecurity, technology, or professional services communications who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Content Development & Thought Leadership

• Draft, edit, and publish high-quality blog posts, alerts, white papers, and website content focused on cybersecurity, data privacy, and technology risk.
• Develop and manage an editorial calendar aligned with emerging cyber trends, regulatory developments, and industry priorities.
• Translate complex cybersecurity and regulatory concepts into clear, engaging content tailored to business, technology, and executive audiences.
• Draft opinion pieces, bylined articles, and commentary for placement in industry, trade, and national publications.
• Collaborate with subject‑matter professionals within the Cybersecurity Services Group to capture insights and develop market‑facing content.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, and industry influencers covering cybersecurity, privacy, and technology.
• Develop media pitches, press releases, and background materials to support initiatives and announcements.
• Coordinate interviews and prepare spokespersons with talking points and briefing materials.
• Monitor media coverage and identify proactive opportunities that advance client objectives.
• Develop and execute a social media strategy to promote cybersecurity insights, events, and thought leadership.
• Draft and manage content across LinkedIn, X, and other relevant platforms to expand reach and engagement.
• Track and analyze performance metrics, providing recommendations to enhance digital visibility and audience growth.
• Ensure consistent brand voice and messaging across all digital channels.

Strategic Communications & Campaign Support

• Partner with business development and marketing teams to support industry campaigns, webinars, reports, and client‑facing initiatives.
• Contribute to messaging strategy for key cybersecurity topics, including incident response, regulatory developments, and emerging threats.
• Support the planning and execution of client events by collaborating with the marketing and events teams, as well as other stakeholders.
• Track and report on communications performance metrics and campaign effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of communications, public relations, or content marketing experience, preferably in cybersecurity, technology, legal, or professional services.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience producing technical or regulatory thought leadership content.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity and privacy topics, or the ability to quickly master complex subject matter.
• Experience managing media relations and digital communications strategies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate with senior subject‑matter professionals.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort using metrics to inform strategy.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build credibility with technical and executive stakeholders.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality and brand integrity.
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑moving environment responsive to breaking cyber and regulatory developments.
• Writing sample required demonstrating experience in cybersecurity, technology, or thought leadership communications.

The salary range for the Communications and Public Relations Manager position is $160,000 to $175,000. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of job‑related factors including, but not limited to, years of related experience, level of education, skills, credentials and certifications, responsibilities and performance.

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