Director, Threat Research Engagement

Overview

This leadership position focuses on shaping and communicating advanced cybersecurity research to a diverse security audience. The role integrates threat intelligence, marketing strategy, content innovation, and industry collaboration to translate complex security insights into compelling narratives tailored for executives, practitioners, partners, and media channels. Located in the United States, this position offers influence over global cybersecurity discussions and market authority enhancement through impactful research programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate strategic messaging and positioning that establish the threat research team as a credible authority in cybersecurity intelligence.
• Oversee development and launch of comprehensive research reports, intelligence briefings, and engagement initiatives, working closely with cross-functional groups.
• Convert detailed technical research findings and security telemetry into engaging content suitable for executive leadership, technical specialists, media, and AI-based discovery platforms.
• Foster and sustain partnerships with information-sharing bodies, industry groups, and strategic collaborators to broaden visibility and impact of research efforts.
• Equip sales teams with effective narratives, tools, and materials linking threat intelligence insights to customer engagement and business results.
• Design scalable content strategies and engagement models to maximize the reach and influence of research outputs.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a hybrid team of creative and technical professionals.
• Integrate AI-powered tools and processes to enhance content production, research engagement, and operational workflows.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 10-12 years' relevant experience in product marketing, cybersecurity research, threat intelligence, security communications, or related areas.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficient in developing go-to-market plans, positioning frameworks, messaging, and content tailored for security or SaaS markets.
• Deep understanding of threat intelligence environments, security research communities, and information-sharing frameworks.
• Experience collaborating with technical research, product, sales, and executive teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and development experience of cross-functional and hybrid teams.
• Familiarity with applying AI technologies and emerging tools to improve processes and content generation.
• Excellent storytelling skills, capable of effectively addressing both technical and senior business audiences.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently with a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and focus on measurable outcomes.
• Preferred: advanced degrees (Master’s, MBA), cybersecurity certifications, and experience in security research, incident response, analyst relations, or media liaison roles.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary estimated between 199500 and 285000 USD, dependent on experience, skills, education, and location.
• Potential additional compensation including bonuses and/or equity participation.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage encompassing medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance plus short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Parental leave provisions.
• Opportunities for education reimbursement and professional development.
• Flexible arrangements supporting remote work.
• Additional employee perks promoting overall well-being and work-life balance.

Additional Information

This opportunity is managed by a partner company responsible for all hiring procedures and communications. Applications are evaluated using AI-based matching before shortlisted candidates proceed internally with the employer. Data privacy and AI use policies apply to the recruitment process, ensuring fair treatment and human oversight throughout selection.