Elastic is hiring : Public Relations Manager, Security in Washington

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Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people.

The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI.

What Is The Role

We’re seeking an expert Communications Manager to support Elastic’s AI-powered security platforms and solutions, while also serving as the lead communications advisor to our CISO and Security leadership team. You’ll combine strategic thinking and hands-on execution to build communications programs (media + social media + employee advocacy) for product launches, industry events, threat research storytelling, and thought leadership campaigns, as well as proactive media engagement.

You are adept at crafting content that resonates with both technical and decision-maker audiences, including CISOs, SOC analysts, IT leaders, and the broader cybersecurity community.

What You Will Be Doing

Product & Threat Intelligence PR

In this role, you will lead PR strategy and execution for Elastic Security product announcements, feature launches, and roadmap milestones. You’ll partner closely with our threat intelligence researchers to package and promote findings for media, customers, analysts, and social channels, ensuring our insights land with the right audiences.

Executive Communications for the CISO

You will also serve as the primary communications lead for Elastic’s CISO, shaping and executing speaking, media, and content strategies. This includes creating op-eds, blogs, speeches, and social content and preparing the CISO for high-impact opportunities such as media interviews, keynote addresses, and industry panel discussions.

What You Bring

• 6–8 years of experience in public relations or communications, preferably in cybersecurity or enterprise technology.
• Proven track record running security product PR campaigns, media relations, and executive comms programs.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to create content for multiple audiences.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment with multiple stakeholders.

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary. The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is $106,900—$169,100 USD. Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program.

Additional Information - We Take Care Of Our People

Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

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