Vice President of Corporate and Strategic Communications, Sophos

• You are a bold and strategic leader with a bias toward action—someone who thrives on shaping narratives, influencing markets, and driving impact through your team
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, including a minimum of 5 years in the cybersecurity industry. Must have global exposure and executive leadership experience, with expertise in public relations, media relations, and executive communications
• Extensive experience in senior leadership roles within communications, marketing, or brand strategy, ideally in technology or cybersecurity
• A proven track record in shaping brand positioning, thought leadership, and corporate communications at a global scale
• Expertise in media relations, executive visibility, and crisis communication management
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment with executive leadership
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, SaaS, or enterprise technology markets is a plus
• Exceptional storytelling, writing, and public speaking skills
• Experience leading and developing global teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• As Vice President of Corporate and Strategic Communications, you will elevate Sophos’s brand, define our thought leadership, and amplify our voice in the cybersecurity industry
• Working closely with the CMO and senior leadership, you will lead high-visibility initiatives that strengthen our market position, engage key audiences, and position Sophos as the cybersecurity partner of choice
• This is your opportunity to lead from the front, inspire change, and make a lasting impact on a global scale
• Lead Sophos’s external market positioning in partnership with the CMO and VP of Global Marketing, driving brand perception and preference across all audiences
• Shape and execute a cohesive thought leadership strategy that amplifies Sophos’s vision and industry presence
• Work directly with SMT leadership (CMO, CPO, CEO, CRO, CHRO, etc.) to align company positioning with future business goals
• Act as an external spokesperson, creating compelling content reinforcing Sophos’s mission and expertise
• Lead global PR and social media teams to enhance Sophos’s brand reputation, share of voice, and market influence
• Develop and execute a strategic earned social media plan, working with digital teams to extend impact through paid channels
• Partner with the threat intelligence and response team, Sophos X-Ops, including the Chief Scientific and Research Officer and STG group, to elevate Sophos’s role in cybersecurity innovation
• Manage crisis communications and strategic response planning in partnership with the Sophos Technology Group
• Define and execute an executive engagement strategy that strengthens Sophos’s leadership position in the industry
• Work closely with the CEO and senior executives to build industry partnerships, drive engagement at global forums (e.g., WEF, CISOs), and elevate Sophos’s market influence
• Collaborate with the internal communications team to ensure alignment in messaging and employee engagement strategies

• Remote-first working model & hybrid options
• We encourage teams to get together in person periodically to help facilitate teamwork
• Flexible start and end times for many roles
• Leadership development program
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Global internal coaching program (Coach Match)
• Periodic Sophos wellness days off for all Sophos to help employees relax and recharge
• Global wellbeing program, which offers a range of wellbeing resources, including Sophos Wellbeing Webinars, Stress Management Toolkits, and Developing Resilience Courses
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential advice and counseling on a wide range of work and personal issues
• Free annual subscription to the Calm app
• Paid parental leave, caregiver leave & bereavement/compassion leave available
• We host some unforgettable social experiences for our global teams including our music festival SOPH-Fest, go-karting, Sophmudder, and incredible holiday parties!
• Our annual global fitness challenge, SOPH-Fit, sees thousands of employees taking part in our virtual global race around the world
• Each quarter, we celebrate our exceptional global team by running the Sophos Values Awards, which recognizes and rewards employees who embody the Sophos values and who we are as a company
• Health care benefits available worldwide

Total funding: $2.7m

Due to the fast-evolving nature of cybercrime, companies can struggle to keep their security up-to-date and resilient. Sophos provides managed cybersecurity services to identify and resolve cyberthreats within all sizes of organisations, combining cutting edge cybersecurity tech with expert support teams.