Marketing Communications; Public Relations

Overview

Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization
. More than 45,000 companies, including 90% of the Fortune 500, trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential.

In this role you will work closely with the Head of Global Corporate Communications to lead the development and execution of both Quest Software’s global public relations and internal communications programs. You will help lead and scale a high‑impact global public relations program that elevates our reputation, drives awareness of our brand and solutions, engages key stakeholders (from analysts to global press to internal audiences), and supports our growth and transformation globally.

Similarly, you will help lead and drive internal communications program that informs, educates, and engages our employees. You will be a thought leader in internal and external storytelling around Quest’s company vision and three key pillars of trusted AI‑ready data, cybersecurity, and platform modernization, helping translate complex technology into compelling narratives for broad business and technology audiences.

• Define, develop, and oversee end‑to‑end execution of a global internal communications and PR program aligned with Quest Software’s business strategy and growth objectives.
• Build and scale to deliver across major global regions, including media relations, thought leadership, executive visibility, and reputation management.
• Build and scale an internal communications program with measurable results, engagement metrics, and ways to inspire and educate our worldwide workforce.>
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior leadership.
• Craft and position compelling narratives about Quest Software’s solutions, vision, market differentiation, and customer successes—translating technical depth into accessible, business‑relevant stories.
• Manage and lead a public relations agency, building strategic plans and working on proactive and reactive communications plans in coordination with the agency.
• Support global executive visibility program: support certain C‑level leaders and regional leads in internal communications (e.g., emails, All‑Hands, etc.), media engagements, speaking opportunities, briefing materials, and commentary.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on communications and media impact (e.g., share of voice, sentiment, audience reach, coverage quality) and leverage insights to refine strategy.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on internal communications measurements and impact, and leverage insights and data to refine strategy.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on communications matters: ensure alignment, consistency, and brand integrity across external and internal channels; anticipate issues and act quickly with high judgment.

• 10+ years of professional experience in public relations, corporate communications, or an agency with a strong focus on technology, SaaS, cybersecurity, data management or cloud markets.
• Proven track record of leading and executing global communications programs for a technology‑oriented company.
• Strong experience managing senior media relationships, high‑visibility coverage, and reputation issues.
• Experience defining, leading, and executing internal communications programs, with measurable results.
• Excellent writing skills, strategic mindset, ability to translate complex technology topics into clear business narratives.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior executives and cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• U.S. based candidate (with willingness to travel ~20–30% of the time).

• Experience with technology, data management, cybersecurity, cloud computing, or enterprise IT management markets.
• Experience scaling communications teams globally and working with communications/PR/HR partners across borders.
• Strong analytical, data‑driven approach to communications planning and measurement.
• Entrepreneurial spirit — comfortable operating in a…