About the Role

The Marketing Communications Specialist supports the execution of strategic communications initiatives within the Marketing department. In this role, you will be responsible for driving exposure for A-LIGN through media outreach, publications, and corporate awards programs that target national audiences in the cybersecurity and compliance markets. As the Marketing Communications Specialist, you will craft compelling stories for journalists, coordinate cross-functional marketing programs, and engage with cybersecurity associations to elevate A-LIGN’s brand presence.

A-LIGN will depend on you to foster strong internal and external relationships, collaborate across teams, and contribute to building scalable communications strategies. You will bring a balance of creative ideation and disciplined execution to help drive continued growth in our fast-paced environment.

Reports to

Content Marketing Director

Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt

Responsibilities

• Coordinate awards submissions which include the company as a whole as well as individual spokespeople. 
• Manage the social media program in conjunction with the content marketing team
• Write and schedule social posts, respond to mentions, and engage with followers
• Conduct media outreach to secure coverage with influencers, podcasts, reputable blogs, and other outlets 
• Contribute to compelling press releases, media pitches, blog content, and social media posts
• Identify, pitch, and secure speaking opportunities for our practice leads (SMEs) at regional meetups, industry webcasts, and other events in coordination with the Demand Generation Team
• Act as project manager for cross-functional marketing efforts and help keep tasks on track using Asana 
• Serve as marketing liaison to the employee culture team, assisting with projects involving Recruiting, HR, and additional internal communications efforts 
• Drive community relations activities for including involvement in regional Junior Achievement and Think Big organizations  

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or other relevant field preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Part-time/internship experience in marketing preferred, or up to 1-2 years maximum full-time experience in marketing  

SKILLS

• Enthusiasm for building personal relationships
• Excellent writing and communication skills 
• Highly organized and capable of managing projects across multiple teams 
• Goal-oriented and ambitious 
• Extremely detail oriented and proactive with excellent time management skills. 
• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation
• Excellent communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Vacation Bonus
• Summer Hours

About A-LIGN 

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com

Come Work for A-LIGN!

Apply online today at A-LIGN.com and learn about life at A-LIGN by following us on LinkedIn

A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!