Senior VP, Crisis & Reputation Risk - Data Security Leader

Edelman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Wellness programing

Job summary

Edelman in the United States seeks a Senior Vice President, Crisis & Reputation Risk to lead Data Security & Privacy (DSP) work. You will develop communications strategies, guide clients through cybersecurity incidents, and collaborate with legal, forensics and security teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, growth of DSP offerings, and trusted client counsel. The successful candidate will manage senior client relationships, oversee cross‑functional teams, and drive new business while navigating

Qualifications

• 10+ years of crisis management experience and leadership of integrated account work.
• Experience guiding clients through cybersecurity and data privacy crises.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients on complex cybersecurity, data security and privacy crises and incidents.
• Lead crisis account work and drive new business in DSP offerings.
• Oversee account teams, budgets and timelines to deliver high‑quality responses.
• Translate technical issues into clear communications for executives, boards and media.
• Collaborate with legal, forensics and security partners to develop response plans.

Skills

Crisis management

Strategic communications

Team leadership

Client counseling

Security/privacy awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Edelman in the United States seeks a Senior Vice President, Crisis & Reputation Risk to lead Data Security & Privacy (DSP) work. You will develop communications strategies, guide clients through cybersecurity incidents, and collaborate with legal, forensics and security teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, growth of DSP offerings, and trusted client counsel. The successful candidate will manage senior client relationships, oversee cross‑functional teams, and drive new business while navigating