highwire · New York, New York, United States
Account Directors on Highwire’s Cybersecurity team lead high-impact, integrated communications programs for industry-leading and emerging cybersecurity companies. They bring deep expertise across areas such as threat intelligence, cloud security, identity management, incident response, and infrastructure protection, helping clients translate complex security topics into compelling narratives that build trust and industry credibility. In this role, Account Directors oversee 4–5 account teams, providing strategic leadership, senior client counsel, and mentorship. They ensure communications strategies are forward-thinking, results-driven, and aligned with client business objectives while guiding teams on positioning, storytelling, and visibility initiatives. Account Directors also play a key role in agency growth, thought leadership, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture. Strong writing, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the cybersecurity media landscape are essential to success in this role. Key Responsibilities Client Strategy & Leadership Lead cybersecurity clients across areas including threat intelligence, cloud security, identity management, incident response, infrastructure protection, and security operations. Develop integrated communications strategies that build brand credibility, market leadership, and trust within the cybersecurity industry. Provide senior-level counsel on messaging, positioning, media engagement, and reputation management strategies. Translate complex cybersecurity topics into compelling, business-relevant narratives for technical and non-technical audiences. Serve as the senior client lead, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed expectations. Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts. Partner with clients on executive visibility, thought leadership, and research-driven storytelling initiatives. Manage budgets, forecast hours, and allocate resources effectively across account teams…
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