Director, Rapid Response – Thought Leadership

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and spearhead CrowdStrike's marketing rapid-response initiative for emerging threats, critical vulnerabilities, major cybersecurity incidents, and urgent security developments.

• Create and implement a rapid-response program with clearly defined SLAs, prioritization criteria, escalation procedures, and cross-functional accountability.

• Collaborate with Product Marketing, Campaigns, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Communications, Editorial, Legal, Digital, and Sales Enablement from the initial assessment to publication and amplification.

• Convert threat research and emerging security updates into blogs, technical explainers, webinars, videos, and resources for customers.

• Oversee strategic AI thought leadership initiatives that encompass frontier AI research, AI safety, securing AI systems and agents, and defense using AI.

• Design and implement thought leadership programs across cloud security, identity, threat intelligence, and exposure management.

• Enhance amplification efforts across digital, social, campaigns, and sales channels.

• Utilize AI and automation to expedite content creation and optimize workflows.

• Set performance metrics and reporting standards for rapid-response SLAs, program execution, audience engagement, sales adoption, and marketing-influenced pipeline.

• Construct and lead a small, high-performing team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity marketing, product marketing, technical marketing, threat intelligence, cybersecurity research, or related areas.

• Proven track record of developing or scaling a cybersecurity rapid-response marketing program, including the establishment of SLAs, prioritization frameworks, cross-functional workflows, and processes for timely responses to critical security events.

• Demonstrated capability in creating and executing strategic, research-driven thought leadership programs that foster industry engagement and measurable business results.

• Strong comprehension of the cybersecurity landscape, including emerging threats, vulnerabilities, adversary tactics, and enterprise security technologies.

• Genuine interest in AI research, AI safety, and AI security.

• Exceptional storytelling and communication abilities, with a talent for translating intricate technical research into engaging narratives for security professionals, CISOs, and business leaders.

• Proven ability to act with speed and urgency, make informed decisions under pressure, and drive cross-functional execution within tight deadlines.

• Experience in building and leading high-performing teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and ensuring accountability across various functions.

• Practical experience in using generative AI and automation to transform marketing workflows, expedite execution, and enhance productivity.

• Established experience in leveraging AI technologies to improve decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, enhance efficiency, and drive business outcomes.

• A background in cybersecurity research, threat intelligence, or cybersecurity journalism would be a significant advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards.

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.

• Competitive vacation and holidays for relaxation.

• Paid parental and adoption leaves.

• Professional development opportunities available for all employees, regardless of level or role.

• Employee Networks, neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to foster connections.

• Lively office culture with world-class amenities.

• Bonuses.

• Equity grants.

• Health insurance.

• 401k.

• Paid time off.