AMER & APJ PR Manager

About Ping Identity: At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. People don't come here to join a culture that's built on digital freedom. They come to cultivate it. Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear. While protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. We champion every identity. One of our core values, Respect Individuality, reminds us to celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work. We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping Identity, we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management. AMER & APJ PR Manager Req As the AMER & APJ Public Relations Manager, you will lead Ping Identity's earned media strategy across North America and key Asia‑Pacific markets. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Communications, you will drive high‑impact coverage that advances our global go‑to‑market priorities across identity, AI, and security. This role sits at the center of shaping how the market understands digital identity in the age of AI. You will partner closely with regional marketing, product and solutions marketing, and social media, and collaborate with the EMEA PR Manager to ensure consistent, compelling narratives across regions. You'll also work hand‑in‑hand with the social media manager to extend the reach and impact of every story across channels. We're looking for a strategic, hands‑on communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment and is comfortable working directly with senior leaders. You Will: Lead and execute integrated PR strategies across AMER and APJ that drive measurable outcomes, including brand awareness, executive visibility, share of voice, and message pull‑through. Own the regional media engine, including story development and pitch creation, and securing coverage, while building strong relationships with top‑tier business, technology, and cybersecurity media. Manage day‑to‑day relationships with U.S. and APJ PR agencies, including planning, pitching, deliverables, and performance tracking. Develop and maintain a strategic PR calendar aligned to product launches, campaigns, events, and key market moments. Partner with the EMEA PR Manager to ensure global alignment and consistency of messaging, while tailoring execution for regional relevance. Collaborate with the social media manager to amplify earned media, integrate PR into broader campaigns, and maximize cross‑channel impact. Build and execute executive thought leadership programs, including bylines, media commentary, podcasts, and speaking opportunities on topics such as AI, agentic AI, verified trust, fraud, and digital identity. Lead or support data‑driven storytelling initiatives, translating insights into compelling narratives and campaigns in partnership with agencies and cross‑functional teams. Prepare and support spokespeople with messaging, briefing documents, and Q&A to ensure confident, consistent, and effective media engagement. Track, analyze, and report on PR performance across regions, using insights to refine strategy and support reputation management and incident response as needed. You Have: 7–10+ years of experience in B2B public relations, with significant experience leading programs in North America; experience supporting or working in APJ markets is strongly preferred. Proven success managing PR agencies and delivering measurable results across multiple regions and programs. Strong media relationships and a track record of securing top‑tier coverage across business, technology, and cybersecurity outlets. Exceptional storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex identity and AI topics into clear, compelling narratives for both business and technical audiences. Experience building and executing launch‑ and campaign‑driven PR programs tied to product marketing, events, and executive visibility. Comfort working directly with senior executives and regional leaders, with strong judgment, discretion, and executive presence. Excellent project management and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate effectively across time zones and cross‑functional teams. A data‑driven mindset, with experience using PR metrics, media intelligence tools, and insights to optimize performance. Experience with modern PR and measurement tools and collaboration platforms (e.g., Google Workspace, Asana). Bonus Points If You Have: Direct experience leading PR efforts in APJ (e.g., Australia, Singapore, or broader Asia‑Pacific) for a global B2B organization. Experience collaborating across global PR teams, including EMEA. Established relationships with relevant business, technology, and security journalists in AMER and/or APJ. Experience integrating PR with social, web, and campaign marketing efforts. Background in identity, cybersecurity, fraud prevention, or related security domains. Salary Range: $110,000.00 – $137,500.00 In accordance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085) the approximate compensation range for this role in Colorado is listed above. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors, such as knowledge, skills, and abilities. Life at Ping: We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We're growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can‑do startup values that got us here. Most importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that's who we want to succeed with every day. Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special: A company culture that empowers you to do your best work. Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone. Regular company and team bonding events. Competitive benefits and perks. Global volunteering and community initiatives Our Benefits: Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule Parental Leave Progressive Healthcare Options Retirement Programs Opportunity for Education Reimbursement Commuter Offset (Specific locations) Ping is the collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone's individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ping Identity