Global Social Media Manager

Description

Checkmarx is the enterprise application security leader and the host of Checkmarx One™

The industry-leading cloud-native AppSec platform that helps enterprises build #DevSecTrust.   

Powered by the intelligence from our industry-leading AppSec security research team, and our AI-driven technology and services, our platform is designed to enable CISOs, AppSec, and development leaders to prioritize their teams’ focus on what impacts their business.  

Our offerings secure every phase of development for every application, from the very first line of code through production, while simultaneously balancing the dynamic needs of security and development teams.  

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, which includes 60 percent of all Fortune 100 organizations. We are committed to moving forward with the unwavering dedication to the safety and security of our customers, and the applications that power our day-to-day lives. 

We are Checkmarx – 6x Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader in Application Security

Requirements

Checkmarx is hiring an experienced Social Media Manager to elevate our global brand across platforms like LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Reddit. We're looking for someone who understands the language of cybersecurity, can engage deeply technical audiences, and knows how to turn complex security concepts into compelling digital storytelling.

You’ll be a key player in shaping how Checkmarx connects with CISOs, developers, AppSec professionals, and the broader security community. This role requires strategic thinking, strong content creation skills, and the ability to engage a global, security-savvy audience. This is a full-time remote office based Individual Contributor role reporting to the Global Communications lead.

What You'll Do

Strategy & Execution

• Build and execute a global social media strategy tailored to technical and executive personas
• Align social efforts with business goals and market-specific needs in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC
• Monitor industry trends, threats, and competitors to inform content and engagement strategy
• Set KPIs and use data to optimize reach, engagement, and ROI

Content & Engagement

• Create and manage technical content that resonates with CISOs, DevSecOps, developers, and AppSec leaders
• Translate complex cybersecurity topics into clear, engaging posts and thought leadership
• Work with SMEs across R&D, product, and marketing to ensure accuracy and relevance
• Manage daily platform activity and respond to audience engagement professionally and in real-time

Creative & Visual Direction

• Collaborate with design teams to produce graphics, infographics, and short-form video
• Maintain brand consistency while optimizing visuals for each platform
• Direct creative briefs that speak the visual language of cybersecurity and innovation

Analytics & Optimization

• Track and report performance across channels with actionable insights
• Use analytics tools to continuously improve targeting, messaging, and format
• Conduct benchmarking and competitive analysis to refine strategy

What You Bring

Experience

• 5–7 years of B2B social media experience, ideally in cybersecurity or enterprise tech
• Deep knowledge of the cybersecurity landscape, from AppSec to DevSecOps
• Strong portfolio of content crafted for technical and executive audiences
• Experience running global social campaigns and working with distributed teams

Skills & Tools

• Proficiency in platforms: LinkedIn, X, Reddit, YouTube, Threads, TikTok
• Hands-on experience with Meltwater, Sprout Social, Buffer, or similar
• Knowledge of SEO, content management, and social analytics
• Experience with paid social and campaign optimization
• Comfortable using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to accelerate content production

Traits

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Creative yet analytical thinker
• Strong project management and time-zone coordination skills
• Passionate about cybersecurity and building trusted digital communities

Preferred Qualifications

• Global Social Media Experience
• Strategic Social Media Experience across all relevant platforms
• Cybersecurity, or Application Security, or DevSecOps Social Media experience
• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent experience
• Multilingual skills (especially in languages aligned with key regions)

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and additional incentives
• Culture of community and opportunity to work in a growing organization
• Room for career growth and professional development
• Training and educational opportunities

Checkmarx offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, competitive compensation, great work-life balance, as well as great benefits and perks throughout the year. Checkmarx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Checkmarx will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.