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Public Relations Specialist

Orca Security

United StatesHybridJob$65–80K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$65–80K/yr
Location
United StatesHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Orca Security is hiring a Public Relations Specialist. The Public Relations Specialist will amplify Orca's story across media, analysts, and the cybersecurity community globally. Reporting to the VP Product Marketing and Communications, this role drives public relations programs across the US, Europe, and globally, working with external PR agencies to secure coverage, elevate executives and researchers, and maintain Orca's visibility in the industry.

Key focus areas include Serve as primary day-to-day contact for Orca's PR agencies globally, Support media relations end to end across US and European markets, and Draft and edit press releases, pitches, briefing documents, and messaging.

Successful candidates bring Experience Running PR Programs Across US And European Markets, Experience Coordinating With Regional Agencies, and Experience Navigating Different Media Landscapes. Important skills include Media Relations, Draft Press Releases, Edit Press Releases, Draft Pitches, Edit Pitches, and Draft Briefing Documents. Preferred (not required): Cybersecurity Domain Knowledge, Cloud Domain Knowledge, Enterprise Software Domain Knowledge, and Existing Relationships With Cybersecurity Media.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Media RelationsDraft Press ReleasesEdit Press ReleasesDraft PitchesEdit PitchesDraft Briefing DocumentsEdit Briefing DocumentsMessagingCoordinate InterviewsManage Rapid-Response OpportunitiesTranslate Threat Research Into Media StoriesTranslate Vulnerability Discoveries Into Media StoriesTranslate Cloud Security Reports Into Media StoriesDrive Thought Leadership ProgramsManage BylinesManage Contributed ArticlesManage Awards SubmissionsManage Speaking OpportunitiesPrepare Spokespeople With Briefing MaterialsPrepare Spokespeople With Talking PointsMedia Training SupportTrack PR PerformanceMeasure PR PerformanceReport on PR PerformanceCoordinate PR Support for Company MilestonesCollaborationSetting PrioritiesReviewing DeliverablesManaging TimelinesExcellent Writing SkillsExcellent Editing SkillsStrong Instincts for Story LandingHustle to Move FastStrong Project Management SkillsSelf-Starter MentalityCybersecurity Domain KnowledgeCloud Domain KnowledgeEnterprise Software Domain KnowledgeExisting Relationships With Cybersecurity MediaExisting Relationships With Business/Tech MediaPromoting Security ResearchPromoting Data-Driven ReportsSupporting Executive Visibility ProgramsSupporting Awards Programs

Qualifications

Experience Running PR Programs Across US and European MarketsExperience Coordinating With Regional AgenciesExperience Navigating Different Media LandscapesProven Experience Managing PR Agency RelationshipsProven Experience Holding Partners Accountable to Outcomes3+ Years PR Experience in B2B Technology

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Location: East Coast, US (Remote) or Central, US (Remote) Big Ideas. Real People. At Orca, in the right environment and with the right team, talent has no boundaries. This team spirit, together with our drive to always aim high, has quickly earned us unicorn status and turned us into a global cloud and AI security innovation leader. So if you’re ready to join an amazing team of people who inspire each other every day, now is the time to find your place in our pod.

We’re looking for driven and talented people like you to join our marketing team and our mission to change the future of cloud security. Ready to dive in and swim with our pod?

Highlights:

  • High-growth: Over the past seven years, we’ve consistently achieved milestones that take other companies a decade or more. During this time, we’ve significantly grown our employee base, expanded our customer reach, and rapidly advanced our product capabilities.
  • Disruptive innovation: Our founders saw that traditional security didn’t work for the cloud, so they set out to carve a new path. We’re relentless pioneers who invented agentless technology and continue to be the most comprehensive and innovative cloud security company.
  • Well-capitalized: With a valuation of $1.8 billion, Orca is a cybersecurity unicorn dominating the cloud security space. We’re backed by an impressive team of investors such as Capital G, ICONIQ, GGV, and SVCI, a syndicate of CISOs who invest their own money after conducting their due diligence.
  • Respectful and transparent culture: Our executives pride themselves on being accessible to everyone and believe in sharing knowledge with the employees. Each employee has a place in shaping the future of our industry. About the Role: The mission of the Public Relations Specialist is to help amplify Orca's story across media, analysts, and the broader cybersecurity community globally. Reporting to the VP Product Marketing and Communications, the PR Specialist is the day-to-day driver of our public relations programs across the US, Europe, and globally, working hand-in-hand with our external PR agencies to land coverage, elevate our executives and researchers, and keep Orca top of mind in a fast-moving industry. The ideal candidate thrives in a highly-visible role, juggling multiple workstreams across regions from breaking-news pitches to long-lead thought leadership, and knows how to get the most out of agency partnerships on a global scale.

What You'll Do:

  • Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for Orca's PR agencies in the US, Europe, and globally, by setting priorities, reviewing deliverables, managing timelines, and ensuring agency work ladders up to company goals globally
  • Support media relations end to end across US and European markets: draft and edit press releases, pitches, briefing documents, and messaging; coordinate interviews; and manage rapid-response opportunities around breaking cybersecurity news
  • Amplify Orca's research and data: work with the Orca Research Pod and product teams to translate threat research, vulnerability discoveries, and cloud security reports into compelling media stories for global audiences
  • Drive thought leadership programs: manage bylines, contributed articles, awards submissions, and speaking opportunities for Orca executives and subject-matter experts across US and European outlets and events
  • Prepare spokespeople with briefing materials, talking points, and media training support
  • Track, measure, and report on PR performance across regions to provide coverage quality, share of voice, message pull-through, and use insights to sharpen our global programs
  • Coordinate PR support for company milestones: product launches, funding and partnership announcements, events, and industry conferences across the US and Europe (e.g., RSA, Black Hat, Infosecurity Europe)
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with content, demand gen, product marketing, and analyst relations to keep messaging consistent across channels and geographies Who You Are:
  • 3+ years of PR experience in B2B technology related to cybersecurity, cloud, or enterprise software strongly preferred; agency or in-house backgrounds both welcome
  • Experience running PR programs across both US and European markets, including coordinating with regional agencies and navigating different media landscapes
  • Proven experience managing PR agency relationships and holding partners accountable to outcomes
  • Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to turn technical topics into clear, newsworthy stories for diverse global audiences
  • Strong instincts for what makes a story land and the hustle to move fast when news breaks
  • Strong project management skills: comfortable running multiple concurrent programs across regions with competing deadlines
  • Self-starter mentality suited to a remote role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Bonus Points if You Have:
  • Existing relationships with cybersecurity and business/tech media in the US and/or Europe
  • Experience promoting security research or data-driven reports
  • Experience supporting executive visibility and awards programs What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and equity package
  • Discounted medical, dental, and vision benefits with significant employer contribution
  • Benefits coverage starting on your first day of employment
  • Generous PTO with U.S. holidays observed and flexible hybrid & remote work environments
  • Your choice of Mac or Windows laptop
  • Work-from-home stipend to be used in your first month of employment
  • Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and for home internet
  • The chance to collaborate with a team of talented colleagues all around the world Annual Salary range: $65,000-$80,000 base salary. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience, skills, and other factors.

This position is open until filled. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Orca Security is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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