Cyberhaven is looking for a Director of Communications to build and lead our global communications strategy. This person will own our story, thought leadership, media and analyst relations, and influencer partnerships shaping how Cyberhaven shows up in the market as the category leader in data security for the agentic enterprise. Reporting to the CMO, this is a high-visibility role that partners closely with the CEO, executive team, marketing and product management to turn Cyberhaven's story into market and brand momentum.
What You'll DoTell stories that break through the noise and shape our industry.
Own and execute Cyberhaven's thought leadership strategy; bylines, research, executive ghostwriting, speaking opportunities, and industry commentary that position our Company and executives as leading voices in cybersecurity, AI and data protection.
Build broad advocacy for Cyberhaven across every audience that matters: drive internal alignment so employees understand and champion the company narrative, partner with customers to develop and tell their stories (case studies, references, speaking opportunities), and work with ecosystem partners to reinforce Cyberhaven's relevance and credibility in the broader security landscape.
Build and manage relationships with key industry analysts, journalists, and influencers in the security, B2B software space and broader Biz/tech.
Serve as a trusted communications advisor to the CEO and executive team, shaping messaging for high-stakes moments; funding news, breach commentary, industry controversies, and market-moving announcements.
Partner with Product Marketing, Product Management, Demand and Sales to align communications with go-to-market priorities and pipeline goals.
Champion AI adoption; identify and implement AI tooling to accelerate content creation, media monitoring, research, and workflow efficiency, and lead the team's transformation into an AI-first function.
Develop and manage crisis and issues communications plans specific to the cybersecurity industry.
Oversee PR agency relationships and manage the communications budget.
Build a consistent drumbeat of earned media, award submissions, and industry recognition that reinforces Cyberhaven's category leadership.
Measure and report on communications impact; share of voice, media/analyst sentiment, message pull-through to the CMO and executive team.
Curious, creative, and energized by doing work that is thoughtful, differentiated, and exceptional.
15+ years of communications experience, with significant experience in B2B software and deep expertise in cybersecurity.
A proven track record of building executive thought leadership platforms and developing strong analyst and influencer relationships across the security industry.
Experienced advising C-level executives, including partnering directly with a CEO on high-stakes external communications and moments that require sound judgment and discretion.
Calm, high-trust, and low-drama in your approach. You’re someone executives want in the room because you bring clarity, good judgment, and make challenging moments easier.
A strong collaborator who builds trusted relationships across marketing, product, sales, customers, partners, and the executive team, and knows how to create alignment without relying on formal authority.
Genuinely excited about AI and actively using AI tools to modernize and elevate the communications function, not just following the conversation, but finding practical ways to put them to work.
A sharp writer and storyteller who can take complex technical and security concepts and turn them into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with the right audiences.
Bias toward action and results. You’re a high-traction operator who moves quickly, takes ownership, and gets things done without needing a lot of oversight.
Based in the Bay Area
Joining Cyberhaven is a chance to revolutionize data security. Traditional tools fall short, but we’ve reimagined protection with AI-enabled data lineage that analyzes billions of workflows to understand data, detect risk, and stop threats. Backed by $250M from leading investors like Khosla and Redpoint, our team includes leaders who built industry-defining technologies at CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, Meta, Google, and more. This role lets you shape the future of data security, alongside experts driven to help customers protect their most valuable information.
AI Tools Disclosure: As part of Cyberhaven's hiring process, we use recruiting tools that include AI-powered features to help with tasks like scheduling, note-taking, workflow automation, and other recruiting activities ("AI Tools"). The AI Tools may process information you provide during the application and interview process. When AI-assisted interview note taking is used, candidates are notified in advance and have the option to opt out of the AI-assisted interview note taking.
Cyberhaven is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Skills Required
- 15+ years of communications experience in B2B software with deep expertise in cybersecurity.
- Proven track record building executive thought leadership platforms and strong analyst and influencer relationships.
- Experience advising C-level executives, including partnering directly with a CEO on high-stakes external communications.
- Sharp writing and storytelling skills to translate complex technical and security concepts into clear narratives.
- Practical experience using and implementing AI tools to accelerate content creation, media monitoring, and workflow efficiency.
- Experience developing and managing crisis and issues communications plans for the cybersecurity industry.
- Experience managing PR agencies and overseeing a communications budget.
- Located in the Bay Area.
- Calm, high-trust demeanor with strong judgment, collaboration skills, and bias toward action.
Cyberhaven Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cyberhaven and has not been reviewed or approved by Cyberhaven.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as flexible or “unlimited,” with paid holidays and sick time, alongside remote‑friendly scheduling.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans via major carriers, with mentions of mental‑health resources, wellness days, and even pet insurance in some listings.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Perks include monthly phone/internet stipends and home‑office support, plus professional development opportunities such as mentorship, conferences, and employee awards.
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What We Do
Cyberhaven was founded by computer scientists and security experts from MIT and EPFL to rethink data security. Instead of stopping threats at the perimeter, we trace the full lineage of sensitive data, where it originates, how it moves, and who uses it. This breakthrough became the foundation of our data lineage platform, now powering Cyberhaven’s leadership in data detection and response and protecting enterprises from insider threats and data loss. Our Data Detection and Response solution transforms how enterprises protect their data with a unique technology called data lineage. Cyberhaven records every event for every piece of data – every move, copy, edit, and share to fully understand how data moves throughout your company. We developed an architecture that achieves complete visibility of your data, including as it transits unmanaged cloud apps and unmanaged devices. As data moves throughout your company, from person to person and application to application, it fragments and gets combined with other data. We calculate the lineage for every piece of data starting with its origin through every step it takes. Our product allows you to define what is risky for your organization, enforce actions to protect data, and educate your workforce in real time.
Why Work With Us
Cyberhaven is a Series D unicorn in AI-driven data security, protecting 300+ customers like Motorola, Reddit, and Snowflake. We solve next-gen DLP by tracing full data lineage and enabling real-time insights. As a value-driven company with remote and hybrid work, you’ll grow alongside bold thinkers, making real impact.
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