Head of Communications

Remote (United States)

At Vanta, our mission is to secure the internet and protect consumer data. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it.

As our Head of Communications, you’ll grow awareness around Vanta and sharing our story with the world. You’ll be tasked with building engaging communications across public relations, corporate communications and internal communications that bring our unique value prop, culture and values to life. You’ll be an integral part of our Marketing leadership team, reporting into the VP of Marketing, working closely with peers to drive awareness, adoption and affinity across our customers and prospects.

What you’ll do as a Head of Communications at Vanta:

Define and drive global PR and communication strategies that are aligned with marketing objectives and the broader company mission
Tell Vanta’s story strategically to the world
Partner with our CEO and Executive Team to develop and execute an executive communications strategy, leveraging and shaping content plans based on company narrative, goals and emerging trends
Own the relationship with our PR agency, identifying key metrics and goals and ensuring they are hitting those goals
Build our analyst relations program, understanding the landscape and developing relationships with key analysts
Provide strategic guidance to executives, leaders, and agency partners on identifying and engaging with media, analysts, and influencers
Lead the identification, development, pitching and placement of Vanta related stories in top tier business, consumer and financial media worldwide, in print, digital and broadcast outlets

How to be successful in this role:

Corporate communications/public relations experience (7-10+ years) in a high growth B2B/Enterprise software company (security experience is a plus)
Strong analytical skills, comfortable reviewing and analyzing business performance metrics, KPIs, ability to pivot when needed. Proven ability to support business goals
Experience building and leading teams
Outstanding story telling, writing skills and editing skills
Strong executive presence and experience working as an advisor to senior leaders
Self-starter with a desire to join a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment
Excellent project management skills, including experience building and executing new programs and managing them to scale
Effective team player who acts with a sense of urgency to meet project deadlines
Understand the importance of all types of storytelling including those anchored in traditional media as well as social media, streaming media, and content media and how to strategically use all avenues to reach diverse audiences

What you can expect as a Vantan:

Industry-Competitive Salary and Equity
100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with Dependents Coverage
16 Weeks Fully Paid Parental Leave for All New Parents (Moms, Dads, Adoptive, Foster)
Health & Wellness Stipend
Remote Workspace Stipend
401(k) Matching Plan
Flexible Work Hours and Location
Open & Encouraged PTO Policy
9 Company Paid Holidays
Free Memberships to Online Wellness Platforms (One Medical, Ginger, Headspace, and more!)
Virtual Team Building Activities, Lunch and Learns, and other Company-Wide Events
Offices in SF and NYC with Hubs of Vantans forming across the US, including but not limited to, Seattle, Austin, Indianapolis, LA, Boston, and more!

At Vanta, we are committed to hiring diverse talent of different backgrounds and as such, it is important to us to provide an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome people of all backgrounds to apply.