Account Director

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Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry. We partner with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated expertise in strategic communications, creative, and insights, we cut through the noise to deliver bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy and sustainability, professional and financial services, and more.
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If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. As an Account Director on Highwire's Cybersecurity team, you'll be a strategic leader driving high-impact communications programs for industry-leading and emerging cybersecurity brands. You will oversee 45 account teams, guide clients on positioning, storytelling, and visibility, and ensure the consistent delivery of exceptional results. This is a senior opportunity for a creative, strategic thinker with 7+ years of agency experience and a deep understanding of the cybersecurity landscape. You'll mentor teams, build trusted client partnerships, and play a key role in agency growth and thought leadership.
Lead cybersecurity clients across threat intelligence, cloud security, identity management, incident response, infrastructure protection, and security operations.
Develop integrated communications strategies that build brand credibility, market leadership, and trustessential in the cybersecurity industry.
Provide senior-level counsel on messaging, positioning, risk-oriented narratives, and media engagement strategies.
Translate complex cybersecurity concepts into compelling, business-relevant stories that resonate with technical and non-technical audiences.
Serve as a senior client lead, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
Identify and pursue opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts.
Partner with clients on executive visibility, thought leadership, vulnerability response communications, and research-driven storytelling initiatives.
Manage budgets, forecast hours, and ensure efficient resource allocation across teams.
Media & Influencer Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier business, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology media.
Oversee data-driven, vulnerability-based, and trend-based pitches to secure meaningful coverage.
Leverage digital and social channels to expand reach of threat research, product news, and executive commentary.
Stay ahead of threat landscapes, regulatory changes, and security trends to provide proactive strategic recommendations.
Agency Operations & Leadership
Manage 34 direct reports, providing mentorship, guidance, and feedback.
Support new business opportunities from ideation to pitch presentation.
Contribute to agency marketing initiatives, such as award submissions, case studies, and cybersecurity research promotions.
Champion Highwire's culture of inclusion, empowerment, and collaboration.
Represent Highwire at cybersecurity industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities (e.g., Deep experience working with cybersecurity clientsthreat intel, SaaS security, network defense, identity, cloud security, or SOC tools.
~ Strong understanding of the cybersecurity media landscape, security analyst community, and industry influencers.
~ Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
~ Strategic leadership and client management experience.
~ Established media relationships and a passion for cybersecurity innovation.
~ Experience managing and mentoring high-performing teams.
~ Strong business acumen and ability to identify growth opportunities.
~ Creative, collaborative, and confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $150,000, with the final offer based on a combination of factors, including education, relevant experience, skills, prior training, internal equity, and local geographic market data. This role also includes a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off, and additional perks designed to support your overall well-being and growth.
Highwire offers both remote and hybrid work options, depending on where you live.
Candidates located within commuting distance of our New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices follow a hybrid schedule, with two inoffice days per week.
Remote: We hire for fully remote roles in the following states: Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle.
~ Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks.
~ Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options.
~ Home office equipment stipend.
~ Monthly technology reimbursement.
~ Employee referral and new business referral bonuses.
~ Dog-friendly office environment.
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