Senior Cybersecurity PR Strategist — Remote

Highwire; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Highwire is seeking a Senior Account Executive in Public Relations (Cybersecurity) to lead cybersecurity-focused campaigns and client engagements across media, analyst relations, and content development.

You will guide strategy, manage client communications, and mentor junior staff while driving measurable PR outcomes for technology clients. This role supports hybrid and remote work across multiple U.S. states.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of PR/communications experience in an agency setting (required).
• Direct experience working with cybersecurity clients or within the security industry.
• Strong media relationships across tech, business, and security trades (e.g., Wired, TechCrunch, CyberScoop, SC Magazine, Dark Reading, Axios, etc.).
• Ability to understand and translate complex cybersecurity topics into compelling media narratives.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content development skills.
• Experience managing client communications, priorities, and deliverables.
• Confidence using analytics tools and reporting on performance metrics.
• A collaborative, curious, and client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own tactical execution of cybersecurity-focused PR program elements, including media relations, analyst engagement, thought leadership, speaking, and content.
• Lead weekly client calls, provide strategic counsel, and serve as a trusted point of contact—even during sensitive or reactive news cycles.
• Manage projects from kickoff through execution—keeping deliverables on track and aligned to broader strategic goals.
• Develop quarterly cybersecurity campaign plans, incorporating industry trends, breaking news, and creative angles.
• Monitor the threat landscape, competitors, and relevant regulatory developments to identify timely commentary opportunities.
• Support client media training, including message development and session follow-up.
• Help develop budgets and allocate team resources based on evolving client needs.

Skills

PR/communications

Cybersecurity

Media relations

Writing & editing

Analytics & reporting

Client management

Team mentorship

Job description

Highwire is seeking a Senior Account Executive in Public Relations (Cybersecurity) to lead cybersecurity-focused campaigns and client engagements across media, analyst relations, and content development.

You will guide strategy, manage client communications, and mentor junior staff while driving measurable PR outcomes for technology clients. This role supports hybrid and remote work across multiple U.S. states.