Public Relations Sr. Specialist, Security and Technology

Okta•San Francisco, CA

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

Get to know Okta Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. The Global Communications Team We work around the globe to shape internal and external conversations about Okta, identity, security, privacy, and technology innovation. We are builders and owners of the company narrative and engage with the press, analysts, the public, customers, and employees. You will play a key role in growing this team, elevating the importance of identity, and evolving Okta’s story. The Opportunity Okta is seeking a driven communications pro to join our Corporate Communications team. We are searching for a PR maven with a passion for building and trendjacking newsworthy stories and a strong background in media relations, thought leadership, and content creation – with a focus on security and product storytelling. In this role, you will partner with key stakeholders across the company to share Okta’s vision and impact with the world.

Requirements

Five to eight years of communications and PR experience; agency and in house experience is a plus
Expertise in pitching journalists and producers, and landing meaningful stories; cybersecurity and AI experience is a plus
An understanding of Okta’s business and experience working with technology companies
Passion for the tech and business media landscape and a strong sense for what makes a story newsworthy
Strong writing skills with a distinct POV
A detail-oriented approach, with the ability to manage multiple high-profile projects and deliverables
Willingness to travel a couple of times a year

Responsibilities

Support Okta’s media relations efforts, including writing pitches, press releases, blogs and other content focused on security and technology.
Help shape Okta’s tech and security narrative with proactive PR efforts and announcements, focused on media relations and securing media coverage.
Lead global media events strategy for earned media and how we highlight Okta’s latest innovations.
Be a relationship builder for Okta with reporters, producers, and influencers
Support development and evolution of Okta’s narrative and executives’ external thought leadership platforms tied to security and technology.
Support broader team on media issues management, inquiries and response