Senior Director, Marketing Communications

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Director of Marketing Communications to lead and elevate our communications strategy. As a key member of the Marketing & Communications leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping and amplifying the company’s narrative in the fast-growing identity security space. You will drive brand awareness and thought leadership in both industry-specific trade publications and top-tier business media outlets, while serving as a trusted advisor to senior executives.

This role requires a seasoned PR leader with proven experience navigating high-profile corporate transactions, including mergers & acquisitions and IPOs, and a demonstrated ability to influence perception across multiple stakeholders—from analysts and journalists to customers and investors.

What You'll Be Doing: The Impact You'll Make

• Strategic PR Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive global PR and communications strategy aligned with company objectives, ensuring consistent brand voice across all channels.
• Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with tier 1 business press, trade publications, and influential industry analysts to secure impactful coverage.
• Thought Leadership: Partner with executive leadership to position the company and its leaders as authoritative voices in identity security through speaking engagements, op-eds, and strategic media opportunities.
• Corporate Transactions: Lead PR strategy and messaging around significant corporate events, including M&A, partnerships, and IPO-readiness, ensuring alignment with legal, investor relations, and internal stakeholders.
• Crisis & Issues Management: Anticipate potential risks, develop proactive communications plans, and act as a trusted advisor during sensitive issues.
• Team Leadership: Manage internal PR staff and external agencies, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Measurement & Reporting: Define success metrics for PR initiatives and provide regular reporting to senior leadership on media impact and brand visibility.

What You Bring: Your Unstoppable Edge

• 12+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or related field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven success in enterprise software, cybersecurity, or related technology sectors.
• Demonstrated expertise in securing high-impact media coverage in both trade and tier 1 outlets.
• Hands-on experience managing communications for M&A, IPOs, and other high-stakes corporate transactions.
• Exceptional storytelling, messaging, and executive communications skills.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with global reach.

Why Join Us:

Play a pivotal role in shaping the public narrative of a market leader in identity security.

Partner directly with C-level executives during a period of accelerated growth and market expansion.

Lead communications at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, where your work will have real-world impact.

If required for this role, you will:

• Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter

• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):

> Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy

> Incident Response Policy/Procedures

> Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures

> Mobile Device Policy

> Account Management Policy

> Access Control Policy

> Personnel Security Policy

> Privacy Policy

Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!