PR & Communications Associate - Black Hat

Informa Group Plc. • New York, NY

1d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is based in our 605 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10158, USA office. We are seeking a dynamic PR & Communications Associate to support Black Hat’s global cybersecurity events portfolio. This role will help drive media relations, content creation, and strategic communications to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership within the cybersecurity industry. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology communications and experience in B2B event marketing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1-3 years of PR/communications experience, preferably in B2B technology, cybersecurity, or events
• Understanding of the cybersecurity industry landscape, terminology, and key players
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools (Cision, Meltwater, Google Alerts, or similar)
• Experience with press release distribution platforms (PR Newswire, Business Wire, or similar)
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
• Social media management experience across professional platforms (LinkedIn, X, etc.)
• Experience with project management tools (Asana, Monday.com, or similar)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, global environment
• Proactive mindset with strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience building relationships with media contacts and industry stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in cybersecurity, technology, or events industry
• Knowledge of AP style, media best practices, and crisis communication principles
• Proficiency across major social media platforms and emerging digital channels
• Basic understanding of SEO principles for content optimization
• Experience with media training or spokesperson preparation
• Familiarity with cybersecurity conferences, trade shows, or B2B events

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily media monitoring across cybersecurity, technology, and business publications
• Track coverage metrics, sentiment analysis, and prepare comprehensive media reports with actionable insights
• Identify trending topics, emerging threats, and industry conversations relevant to our events and audience
• Monitor competitor activities, industry developments, and regulatory changes affecting cybersecurity
• Maintain crisis communication protocols and escalation procedures
• Draft compelling press releases for event announcements, speaker reveals, and company milestones
• Create engaging blog content highlighting industry insights, event highlights, executive interviews, and thought leadership pieces
• Develop media alerts, fact sheets, executive bios, and media briefs
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging across all communications
• Support development of key messaging and talking points for executives
• Build and maintain comprehensive media lists targeting cybersecurity, technology, business, and trade publications
• Research and identify new media outlets, journalists, podcasters, and industry influencers
• Pitch story ideas and secure media coverage for events and company initiatives
• Coordinate media interviews and speaking opportunities for executives
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry analysts and research firms
• Develop comprehensive pre-event, on-site, and post-event communication strategies
• Support on-site media relations during events, including press room management
• Assist with monitoring social media coverage during events
• Prepare monthly PR performance reports with ROI analysis and recommendations
• Monitor and report on brand sentiment and reputation metrics

Benefits

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees