Vice President, Corporate and Strategic Communications in Oxford

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations from phishing, ransomware, data theft, and other everyday and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K.

Role Summary

As Vice President of Corporate and Strategic Communications, you will elevate Sophos’s brand, define our thought leadership, and amplify our voice in the cybersecurity industry. Working closely with the CMO and senior leadership, you will lead high-visibility initiatives that strengthen our market position, engage key audiences, and position Sophos as the cybersecurity partner of choice. You are a bold and strategic leader with a bias toward action—someone who thrives on shaping narratives, influencing markets, and driving impact through your team. This is your opportunity to lead from the front, inspire change, and make a lasting impact on a global scale.

What You Will Do

• Lead Sophos’s external market positioning in partnership with the CMO and VP of Global Marketing, driving brand perception and preference across all audiences.
• Shape and execute a cohesive thought leadership strategy that amplifies Sophos’s vision and industry presence.
• Work directly with SMT leadership (CMO, CPO, CEO, CRO, CHRO, etc.) to align company positioning with future business goals.
• Act as an external spokesperson, creating compelling content reinforcing Sophos’s mission and expertise.
• Lead global PR and social media teams to enhance Sophos’s brand reputation, share of voice, and market influence.
• Develop and execute a strategic earned social media plan, working with digital teams to extend impact through paid channels.
• Partner with the threat intelligence and response team, Sophos X-Ops, including the Chief Scientific and Research Officer and STG group, to elevate Sophos’s role in cybersecurity innovation.
• Manage crisis communications and strategic response planning in partnership with the Sophos Technology Group.
• Define and execute an executive engagement strategy that strengthens Sophos’s leadership position in the industry.
• Work closely with the CEO and senior executives to build industry partnerships, drive engagement at global forums (e.g., WEF, CISOs), and elevate Sophos’s market influence.
• Collaborate with the internal communications team to ensure alignment in messaging and employee engagement strategies.

What You Will Bring

• At least 15 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, including a minimum of 5 years in the cybersecurity industry. Must have global exposure and executive leadership experience, with expertise in public relations, media relations, and executive communications.
• Extensive experience in senior leadership roles within communications, marketing, or brand strategy, ideally in technology or cybersecurity.
• A proven track record in shaping brand positioning, thought leadership, and corporate communications at a global scale.
• Expertise in media relations, executive visibility, and crisis communication management.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment with executive leadership.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity, SaaS, or enterprise technology markets is a plus.
• Exceptional storytelling, writing, and public speaking skills.
• Experience leading and developing global teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

In the United States, the base salary for this role ranges from $248,000 to $375,000. In addition to base salary, we offer additional compensation including bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job-related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Ready to Join Us?

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

• Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.
• Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit.
• Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy.
• Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities.
• Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint.
• Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp.
• Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge.
• Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing.

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

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