Manager, Cybersecurity Communications Job at Skechers U.S.A. in Manhattan Beach

WHO WE ARE:
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers-the Comfort Technology Company®-has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a strategic Cybersecurity Communications Manager to transform complex security information into clear, actionable communications that enable informed decision-making across all organizational levels. This role serves as the critical bridge between our information security team and diverse stakeholders, ensuring security insights, incidents, and risks are effectively communicated to drive organizational security awareness and response.

The successful candidate will establish scalable communication frameworks, develop comprehensive messaging strategies, and build structured processes that ensure the right security information reaches the right stakeholders at the right time. This position offers the opportunity to shape how cybersecurity is understood and prioritized throughout the organization while supporting our security program's communication needs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive communication templates and standardized packages for various security scenarios including incident response, threat intelligence updates, risk assessments, and executive reporting
• Design and implement structured communication processes and workflows that streamline the flow of security information from technical teams to business stakeholders, executives, and end users for both recurring updates and time-sensitive incidents
• Create audience-specific messaging strategies and content that translate complex cybersecurity concepts into business-relevant language for different stakeholder groups including C-suite executives, IT personnel, business unit leaders, and employees
• Establish and maintain stakeholder communication matrices and protocols that define what information goes to whom, when, and through which channels, ensuring consistent and timely information distribution
• Collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams to understand emerging threats, security initiatives, compliance requirements, and program updates, then develop appropriate communication strategies and materials
• Measure and optimize communication effectiveness through feedback collection, engagement metrics, stakeholder satisfaction assessments, and continuous improvement of communication processes

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Experience in internal communications supporting business executives and translating technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Proven track record developing communication templates, processes, and frameworks in a corporate environment with ability to scale communication programs
• Strong project management skills with experience building and executing programs, managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to create compelling, error-free content and adapt messaging for various stakeholder groups
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strategic thinking with ability to align communications with business objectives and security program goals
• Self-starting analytical and creative thinker capable of independent work while collaborating effectively in cross-functional environments
• Adaptability and agility to respond quickly to evolving security landscapes and organizational needs
• Attention to detail ensuring accuracy and compliance in all security-related communications
• High emotional intelligence with ability to build productive relationships and recognize communication needs across the organization

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of professional communications experience with demonstrated success in corporate communications, preferably in technology or security-related environments
• Information security background through education, professional experience, or industry exposure a plus

The pay range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000/yr USD.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do - delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent over 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.