Corporate Communications Director

Xbow; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Remote work

Job summary

XBOW, redefining autonomous offensive cybersecurity, seeks a Director of Corporate Communications to own the narrative around our AI-powered pentester. You will shape how the world sees our mission, technology, and impact—managing media, analysts, and executive thought leadership.

You'll partner with the CEO and leadership team to craft compelling content and ensure consistency across launches, funding milestones, and major company moments, all from a remote US base.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in corporate B2B SaaS communications.
• 5+ years crafting comms for developers and/or CISOs.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, AI, or deep-tech sectors.
• Skilled storyteller translating complex tech for diverse audiences.
• Established journalist/editor relationships with tech/business outlets.
• Experience in executive communications with senior leadership.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple workstreams in a startup.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate communications strategy amplifying XBOW's brand, mission, and leadership across channels.
• Oversee media relations with top-tier tech, security, and business press.
• Lead analyst relations to position XBOW as category leader; manage briefings.
• Partner with the CEO for thought leadership content: bylines, submissions, public narratives.
• Lead crisis communications planning and response with speed and credibility.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Sales to align external messaging with launches.
• Establish and track communications KPIs and share insights to inform strategy.

Skills

B2B SaaS

Media relations

Analyst relations

Executive communications

Storytelling

Crisis communications

AI in communications

Startup environment

Job description

About XBOW

At XBOW, we’re redefining the future of cybersecurity by building the world's first autonomous pentester, powered by AI. Today, the gold standard for securing software systems is human pentesters, but with the rise of artificial intelligence, we’re stepping up to scale offensive security to meet the ever-growing demand.

AI is transforming the landscape of both cybersecurity and cyberattacks. While millions of people without security expertise are creating software, bad actors are using AI to launch more effective attacks. XBOW fights back with AI-driven superpowers, enabling security teams to stay one step ahead.

Backed by Sequoia Capital and Altimeter, and a team that includes the creators of GitHub Copilot and GitHub Advanced Security, XBOW is not just keeping up with the times—we’re shaping the future of cybersecurity. Our mission is simple: to defeat the bad actors before they strike, using AI to revolutionize how we approach offensive security.

We’re building something that must be built, and we’re the team to do it. Join us in shaping the next frontier of autonomous security.

Your Role

As Director of Corporate Communications at XBOW, you will own and drive the narrative that positions us as the defining force in autonomous offensive cybersecurity. You will shape how the world understands our mission, technology, and impact — from media and analyst relations to executive thought leadership and internal communications. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role at a pivotal moment in our growth.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate communications strategy that amplifies XBOW's brand, mission, and market leadership across all channels




• Own media relations end-to-end, building and nurturing relationships with top-tier technology, security, and business press to secure consistent, high-quality coverage




• Develop and execute a complete analyst relationships strategy that will position XBOW as the category leader in autonomous offensive security. Orchestrate and run analyst briefings, inquiries to stay top of mind of relevant analysts




• Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to develop compelling thought leadership content, including bylines, speaking submissions, and public narratives




• Lead crisis communications planning and response, ensuring XBOW communicates with clarity, credibility, and speed when it matters most




• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Sales to align external messaging with product launches, funding milestones, and key company moments




• Establish and track communications KPIs, reporting on share of voice, media sentiment, analyst coverage, and brand awareness to inform ongoing strategy

Who You Are

• 12+ years of corporate B2B SaaS communications experience, with a proven track record in a fast-paced technology or cybersecurity company or agency




• 5+ years of experience in communications catering to developers and/or application security professionals and CISOs.




• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, AI, or deep-tech sectors with an understanding of the threat landscape and security buyer mindset




• A skilled storyteller who can translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences including press, analysts, customers, and investors




• Established relationships with journalists and editors across major technology and business publications, with a history of securing meaningful media placements




• Experienced in executive communications and comfortable working directly with senior leadership to shape and refine their public voice




• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously in a startup environment




• Calm under pressure with demonstrated experience managing sensitive communications situations and reputational issues with sound judgment




• Advanced daily generative AI user who creates, edits and optimizes communications while maintaining the human touch and a high bar for taste

Bonus If You Have

• Existing relationships with security-focused media outlets, industry analysts such as Gartner or Forrester, and relevant conference organizers




• Experience supporting communications around venture funding rounds, acquisitions, or other high-stakes corporate milestones




• Familiarity with AI-powered communications tools and a genuine enthusiasm for integrating emerging technology into your workflow




• Familiarity with bug bounty programs, penetration testing and embedding security into developer workflows

What We Offer

• Compensation & Equity: Competitive salary, clear performance-based incentives, and equity package, making you an integral part of XBOW’s growth story.




• Career Growth: Significant opportunities to progress within the marketing organization and shape your career trajectory as we scale.




• Meaningful Work: You’ll directly impact XBOW’s mission to revolutionize cybersecurity and protect organizations worldwide.

What Else You Should Know

• Location: US Remote




• Contract: Full-time




• Hiring Process:

  
  
  
  

  • Introduction with Talent

  
  

  • Hiring Team Interview

  
  

  • Final Interview

  
  
  
  

At XBOW, we leverage AI every day, it's embedded in our product and our sales approach. But for this role, we’re seeking someone who brings genuine curiosity, empathy, and persistence. If that's you, we'd love to connect.