Cracken is an applied AI lab built by ex–nation-state operators and AI researchers, delivering the world's first Uncensored Vibe Hacking platform that safely amplifies security teams and gives enterprises proven, auditable security resilience.
We're looking for a Marketing Manager with a strong SMM & Content Creation focus to own our external voice and build credibility in a highly technical cybersecurity domain. This is a hands-on, high-impact role with real ownership over brand voice, visibility, and thought leadership.
Execute marketing strategy aligned with business goals
Create technical content — turning security research, product features, and engineering work into deep, credible material (technical blog posts, breakdowns, explainers)
Build and manage content and media plans across LinkedIn, X/Twitter, blog, and website
Build relationships with media, partners, and communities
Support conference presence, including announcements, live coverage, and post-event content
Identify trends, news hooks, and PR opportunities in cyber & AI
Collaborate directly with founders, product, sales, and design teams
Track performance, prepare monthly reports, and optimize based on metrics
3+ years of experience in Marketing, SMM, Content, or a related hybrid role
Experience in cybersecurity domain
Demonstrated ability to write technical content (e.g. technical blog posts, whitepapers, or deep-dive explainers)
Strong SMM track record with real cases of growing a targeted audience
Hands-on experience using AI tools for content and marketing workflows
Excellent English copywriting skills
Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, credible messaging
Ability to organize lightweight marketing ops, including content calendar, contractors, and timelines
Proactive, ownership-driven mindset; comfortable operating in an early-stage startup
Experience working with top-tier cybersecurity media (e.g. The Hacker News, Dark Reading, BleepingComputer, SecurityWeek, CyberScoop, Krebs on Security, etc.)
Experience with:
LinkedIn, X/Twitter, company blog and website
Media/press outreach and pitching
AI-assisted content and marketing tools
Real-world impact: Technology validated in nation-state operations and grounded in hands-on internal research
Team with a mission: Ukrainian-heavy international team of PhDs, professors, and top-tier industry veterans, driven by intrinsic motivation shaped by real-world adversity
Adaptive roles: We shape roles around exceptional talent — your ownership and drive will define your path
Perfect timing: Operating at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems, Cracken is uniquely positioned to win against sophisticated adversaries
Opportunity to build a global cybersecurity brand from an early stage
Direct collaboration with founders and cyber operators
High autonomy and real ownership
Fully remote & flexible work setup
Competitive compensation
