Director, AI, Cybersecurity & Open Source Communications

Capital One; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One's Global Enterprise Communications team seeks a Director to lead strategic external communications at the intersection of enterprise AI, cybersecurity, venture capital, and open-source tech. You will translate technical innovations into compelling narratives, counsel senior leaders, and drive high-impact programs with cross-functional partners.

This hybrid role requires senior-level judgment, strong relationship-building in a matrixed environment, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or military experience.
• 8+ years of communications experience.
• Experience leading external communications programs and media relations.
• Ability to translate complex tech into clear narratives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic External Communications: drive external PR, media relations, and thought leadership across AI, cybersecurity, venture capital, and open-source technologies.
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Positioning: partner with engineering, product, venture capital, and cyber security leadership to translate innovations into compelling narratives.
• Executive Counsel & Media Relations: advise senior leadership and manage relationships with top-tier media outlets.
• Open Source & Industry Advocacy: engage with AI, cyber security, and open-source communities and industry groups.
• Strategic advisor to senior leaders on communications initiatives.
• Plan and execute data-backed external PR campaigns aligned with business priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive media relations to secure visibility in priority outlets.
• Use data to evaluate results and optimize programs.
• Oversee team budgeting, media agencies, and best practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends to enhance strategies.

Skills

Public relations

Communications strategy

Leadership

Media relations

Strategic storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or military experience

Job description

Capital One's Global Enterprise Communications team seeks a Director to lead strategic external communications at the intersection of enterprise AI, cybersecurity, venture capital, and open-source tech. You will translate technical innovations into compelling narratives, counsel senior leaders, and drive high-impact programs with cross-functional partners.

This hybrid role requires senior-level judgment, strong relationship-building in a matrixed environment, and a track record of delivering