Responsibilities
About TikTok U.S. Data Security
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.
At TikTok, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.
Join us.
Team Introduction
The Communications Lead, USDS manages all aspects of communications for USDS, including playing a critical role as a bridge and collaborative partner to the Global TikTok business that operates in markets across the world. This includes both external and internal communications, including media relations, message development, thought leadership, crisis and incident management, B2B / partner communications, content and creative asset development for fact sheets, websites, all hands, communication channels. The Communications Lead, USDS will also be a USDS culture champion, unifying the USDS culture with Global TikTok culture and addressing variances as required.
We're looking for a experienced professional with a passion for communications and issues handling at the intersection of corporate reputation, public policy, consumer entertainment, product, and technology. This role requires a proven ability to easily distill and communicate complex security, privacy, safety, product, regulatory, and tech policy issues. You should have experience navigating and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing high-growth tech startups and the current political landscape.
In order to enhance collaboration and cross-functional partnerships, among other things, at this time, our organization follows a hybrid work schedule that requires employees to work in the office 3 days a week, or as directed by their manager/department. We regularly review our hybrid work model, and the specific requirements may change at any time.
Responsibilities

• Work with key USDS management to implement the vision and strategic roadmap for USDS and support interoperability with Global TikTok
• Develop effective relationships with and serve as a business subject matter expert for USDS related communications
• Successfully create and execute strategic communications plans/programs that advance USDS priorities, including reactive and proactive communications and outreach to engage with and educate diverse stakeholders around issues important to TikTok and our community
• Engage with TikTok Global Comms teams to address media, industry, and other stakeholders to build trust and manage risk
• Develop and execute proactive executive visibility programs in partnership with Exec Comms
• Work in close collaboration with internal stakeholders — spanning Global Comms, Public Policy, Legal, Security, and Trust & Safety— to align on strategic responses to incoming issues
• Develop and drive company culture initiatives, including leading company wide all-hands, managing internal communications channels, maintaining knowledge hubs and intranets, and external website and collateral

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in corporate communications in a leadership role
• Expertise developing corporate communications plans aligning internal, external, and stakeholder communications against business priorities
• Proven performance managing communications in crisis situations, including creating clear directives and follow-through
• Deep understanding of regulatory, data security, and privacy landscape
• Ability to weigh big picture objectives with immediate business needs
• Experience managing high-performing teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working for a matrixed, multinational company

D&I Statement
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Accommodation Statement
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://shorturl.at/ktJP6
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.