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.
The role
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.
What you’ll do
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Execute marketing strategy aligned with business goals
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Create technical content — turning security research, product features, and engineering work into deep, credible material (technical blog posts, breakdowns, explainers)
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Build and manage content and media plans across LinkedIn, X/Twitter, blog, and website
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Build relationships with media, partners, and communities
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Support conference presence, including announcements, live coverage, and post-event content
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Identify trends, news hooks, and PR opportunities in cyber & AI
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Collaborate directly with founders, product, sales, and design teams
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Track performance, prepare monthly reports, and optimize based on metrics
Must have
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3+ years of experience in Marketing, SMM, Content, or a related hybrid role
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Experience in cybersecurity domain
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Demonstrated ability to write technical content (e.g. technical blog posts, whitepapers, or deep-dive explainers)
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Strong SMM track record with real cases of growing a targeted audience
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Hands-on experience using AI tools for content and marketing workflows
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Excellent English copywriting skills
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Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, credible messaging
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Ability to organize lightweight marketing ops, including content calendar, contractors, and timelines
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Proactive, ownership-driven mindset; comfortable operating in an early-stage startup
Nice to have
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Experience working with top-tier cybersecurity media (e.g. The Hacker News, Dark Reading, BleepingComputer, SecurityWeek, CyberScoop, Krebs on Security, etc.)
CHANNELS & TOOLS
Experience with:
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LinkedIn, X/Twitter, company blog and website
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Media/press outreach and pitching
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AI-assisted content and marketing tools
Why Cracken?
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Real-world impact: Technology validated in nation-state operations and grounded in hands-on internal research
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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
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Adaptive roles: We shape roles around exceptional talent — your ownership and drive will define your path
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Perfect timing: Operating at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems, Cracken is uniquely positioned to win against sophisticated adversaries
What we offer
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Opportunity to build a global cybersecurity brand from an early stage
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Direct collaboration with founders and cyber operators