Editor-in-Chief, Dark Reading

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At Informa Tech, we believe that technology innovation is key to driving positive change in our society. We believe that digital inclusion underpins progress. And we believe that diversity in tech is central to a thriving industry.  Our aim is to inspire the global technology community to build a better world by informing, educating and connecting them through world-class research, training, events, and media. 

We sit at the heart of the tech community with specialisms in emerging tech/AI, enterprise IT, cyber security, service providers/NextG, critical communications, media & entertainment and marketing technology.  Leveraging over 100 trusted brands, we offer an unrivalled global networking community and platform for technologists and innovators to be inspired and reach their full potential.  

Informa TechTarget is looking for an Editor-in-Chief to manage and lead its cybersecurity media publication Dark Reading and the journalists who work on the site. The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for driving editorial excellence, ensuring journalistic quality and accuracy, and cultivating and growing the brand's position as a trusted and top resource for cybersecurity professionals.

The ideal candidate will be a manager who can lead and inspire a talented team of editors and reporters; who is a detail-oriented manager, writer and editor; and who has significant subject matter expertise and presence in the cybersecurity industry.

The position reports to the VP.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead Dark Reading's vision, content strategy and global expansion
• Grow Dark Reading's target audience of CISOs and cybersecurity operations leaders and practitioners with the goal of ensuring and expanding audience loyalty and engagement
• Manage and deploy the publication's resources and budgets
• Manage a team of editors and reporters, mentoring, training and coaching them for growth
• Oversee the creation of a variety of types of content and coverage including uniquely reported and written breaking news and analysis, high-impact features, video and long-term projects
• Direct resources for optimal execution of editorial products including the Dark Reading website, daily & weekly newsletters, webinars, virtual events, podcast and live panel sessions
• Serve as a role model for the team, and hold its journalism accountable to the brand's high standards
• Build and nurture their own relationships with CISOs, industry experts, analysts and thought leaders
• Monitor audience engagement and other relevant metrics and adjust content strategy accordingly
• Represent the brand at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements
• Foster a collaborative, innovative and inclusive team culture
• Assess the publication's market position and recommend growth strategies
• Collaborate with audience team to ensure content aligns with business goals

• Minimum 5+ years of cybersecurity journalism experience and a minimum of 2+ years' experience as a manager
• Cybersecurity technology and subject matter expertise with exceptional business reporting, writing and editing skills
• A well-established and vast network of cybersecurity industry connections and sources
• Strong leadership and communications skills to support, nurture and empower members of the team
• A strong understanding of how to operate digital media publications with a diverse mix of editorial products
• A proven ability to think strategically, plan holistically, shape editorial coverage and mobilize resources 

Why work at Informa?

Employee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse and ambitious team that welcomes all types of candidates. We are also flexible with different working patterns and prioritize promotions internally. Our benefits include: 

• Learning and development plan to assist with your career development   
• 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a day off for your birthday!  
• Competitive Benefits
• Work with high quality specialist products
• Bright and friendly staff who are all “expert’s experts” and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration   
• Share-Match options - become a shareholder   
• Regular social events and networking opportunities 

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.  As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law. 

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