Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of global public relations, executive, and advocacy communications strategies that support ISC2's mission, strategic priorities, products, services and organizational initiatives
• Lead ISC2's global media relations activities, including media outreach, spokesperson preparation, press materials, agency management and performance reporting
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic counsel on messaging, executive visibility and stakeholder engagement
• Manage and develop a team of communications and public relations professionals by establishing goals, priorities and performance metrics aligned with organizational objectives
• Provide strategic communications counsel and support for ISC2 governance activities, including Board communications, annual director elections, membership meetings, annual report and other initiatives that strengthen member engagement, organizational transparency and trust
• Develop and maintain corporate messaging, ensuring consistency across audiences, channels and regions
• Oversee executive communications, including speeches, presentations, talking points, bylined articles and thought leadership content
• Partner with teams across the organization to support major announcements, campaigns, advocacy and research initiatives, events and other strategic programs
• Identify and manage communications opportunities and reputational risks, helping to develop response strategies and crisis communications plans when needed
• Build and maintain relationships with key media, industry influencers and other external stakeholders to strengthen ISC2's visibility and reputation

Requirements

• Possess exceptional communication (verbal and written) and editorial skills
• Can confidently articulate information in a professional manner to individuals at all levels, and with both internal and external partners
• A proven understanding of commercial activities within an organization and how to articulate them for public audiences
• Excellent copywriting abilities; savvy editorial skills and an adaptable writing style for broad audiences and on multiple channels
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint),and internet and web applications/navigation
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, etc.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• At least 8+ years of experience in a Public Relations or Communications role, either corporate, membership association or PR/PA agency
• Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and the cybersecurity media landscape