Remote Director, Rapid-Response & AI Thought Leadership

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity awards

Wellness programs

Vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Employee networks

Volunteer opportunities

Office culture amenities

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Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Director, Rapid Response & Thought Leadership (Remote) to lead a fast-moving marketing function in the cybersecurity space. The role will shape rapid-response programs, translate technical developments into compelling narratives, and leverage AI-powered content across channels.

The ideal candidate brings heavy leadership experience, crisis-aware marketing execution, and a proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines in a dynamic security environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity marketing or related fields.
• Experience building rapid-response marketing programs.
• Strong understanding of the cybersecurity landscape and AI security.
• Exceptional storytelling and communication skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Experience leading high-performing teams.
• Hands-on experience with generative AI in marketing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rapid-response marketing program for cybersecurity events
• Establish operational frameworks for timely responses to security incidents
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for rapid-response initiatives
• Translate technical research into actionable content
• Develop strategic AI thought leadership programs
• Execute ongoing thought leadership across various security domains
• Drive amplification of thought leadership through multiple channels
• Leverage AI to enhance content development and workflows
• Establish metrics to track program performance and engagement

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Director, Rapid Response & Thought Leadership (Remote) to lead a fast-moving marketing function in the cybersecurity space. The role will shape rapid-response programs, translate technical developments into compelling narratives, and leverage AI-powered content across channels.

The ideal candidate brings heavy leadership experience, crisis-aware marketing execution, and a proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines in a dynamic security environment.