What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Correspondent, Operational Technology position at Information Security Media Group (ISMG)?
About Us
ISMG is a global media powerhouse and intelligence firm at the forefront of cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With 10 trusted media brands, 38 digital properties, and 400 executive events annually, we reach 2M business leaders, CISOs, regulators, and technology innovators worldwide.
We are entering a new growth phase—expanding our editorial depth, digital marketing capabilities, and global reach. If you’re passionate about shaping narratives that influence cybersecurity and financial services, this is your moment to lead.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Managing Editor & Senior Correspondent for our OT.Today channel. In this role, you will be the lead reporter, writer, and editor, producing timely and authoritative coverage on:
Key Responsibilities
ISMG is a global media powerhouse and intelligence firm at the forefront of cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With 10 trusted media brands, 38 digital properties, and 400 executive events annually, we reach 2M business leaders, CISOs, regulators, and technology innovators worldwide.
We are entering a new growth phase—expanding our editorial depth, digital marketing capabilities, and global reach. If you’re passionate about shaping narratives that influence cybersecurity and financial services, this is your moment to lead.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Managing Editor & Senior Correspondent for our OT.Today channel. In this role, you will be the lead reporter, writer, and editor, producing timely and authoritative coverage on:
- Cybersecurity risks in operational technology (OT)
- Business impacts of cyber breaches and OT/IT integration
- Threats to critical infrastructure (power, space/defense, water, ICS, and manufacturing)
Key Responsibilities
- Produce 3–5 pieces of content weekly (articles, interviews, e-newsletters, podcasts, video, etc.)
- Build industry connections and content sources through reporting and ISMG's OT-focused events.
- Conduct regular interviews with leaders in security and OT sectors for content and research.
- Monitor and analyze OT/critical infrastructure threat trends.
- Align editorial with industry events and ISMG’s broader audience.
- 5–10 years producing written/video content, with at least 3 years in cybersecurity, operational technology, or critical infrastructure reporting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of threats to critical industries and OT facilities, or experience covering governmental actions and regulations aimed at protecting infrastructure.
- Familiarity with ICS, SCADA, IoT, telecom, or other critical infrastructure deployments (can be learned on the job if strong in adjacent areas).
- Knowledge of industry standards/frameworks (NERC CIP, NIST, NIS 2, etc.).
- Experience conducting on-camera and live interviews.
- BA in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong network-building and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Be part of a globally recognized editorial team with unmatched access to C-level decision-makers.
- Shape critical narratives in cybersecurity and finance at a pivotal moment.
- Work with purpose in a mission-driven, innovative environment.
- 📍Location: Manhattan, NY (on-site, Mon–Fri)
- 💰Compensation: $120,000–$140,000 (dependent on experience)
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
