Director, External Communications - Product And Corporate

Okta

San Francisco, California, United States
Base: $229,000 - $315,000 usd; bonus/equity: equit...
On-site
15+ years public relations experience
B2b technology company background
Team leadership and management
This role leads the evolution of Okta's US external communications program with a clear goal of establishing the company as the industry standard for securing AI

Job Summary

  • This role leads the evolution of Okta's US external communications program with a clear goal of establishing the company as the industry standard for securing AI.
  • The successful candidate will design integrated media campaigns connecting product milestones to broader industry conversations around identity, security, and artificial intelligence.
  • Okta offers competitive compensation including equity, bonus, health benefits, and an immersive in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate impact.

Matching Summary

This role leads the evolution of Okta's US external communications program with a clear goal of establishing the company as the industry standard for securing AI.

Salary

Base: $229,000 - $315,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity (where applicable) and bonus included; Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending account, PTO, and parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years public relations experience
  • B2B technology company background
  • Team leadership and management
  • Executive stakeholder management
  • Modern media ecosystem expertise
  • AI-driven operational tools

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic vision for AI narrative
  • Proactive storytelling culture
  • Global mindset with local adaptation
  • Data-driven performance intelligence
  • High-stakes crisis communication

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years PR or communications experience
  • Significant in-house B2B tech experience preferred
  • Demonstrated experience leading PR teams
  • Deep relationships with business and tech journalists

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