About Us ISMG (https://ismg.io/)  is a global intelligence and media powerhouse, leading the way in cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With 10+ brands, 38 digital media properties, and more than 400 premier events annually, we connect a network of over 2 million executives, decision-makers, and innovators with the insights and opportunities they need to stay ahead. The Opportunity The Opportunity ISMG is seeking a Speaker Engagement Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our global cybersecurity and technology summits. This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact our audiences by curating powerful agendas and recruiting world-class speakers who are industry leaders and thought provokers.   As the face of ISMG to top CISOs, CIOs, and senior technology executives, you will be responsible for securing high-caliber speakers, cultivating lasting relationships, and ensuring every speaker has a seamless, positive, and professional experience. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a confident executive presence, and a passion for the cybersecurity and technology industries. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at building value-driven relationships, this role will give you the platform to make a significant impact in the B2B events space. What You'll Do Speaker Recruitment & Relationship Management: + Identify and recruit top-tier speakers, with a focus on CISOs, CIOs, and other senior-level technology leaders. + Conduct outreach (via calls, email, and LinkedIn) to and build strategic, long-term relationships. + Engage with high-profile executives confidently and credibly, representing ISMG as a trusted industry partner. Agenda Development & Content Collaboration: + Partner with the Content team to design event agendas that align with ISMG’s mission and audience interests. + Ensure all speakers, topics, and abstracts are confirmed at least 90 days prior to each summit. + Monitor industry trends and competitor programming to ensure ISMG content remains timely and innovative. Speaker Experience & Event Support: + Guide speakers through onboarding and preparation, providing high-touch support from initial outreach to presentation coaching and post-event follow-up. + Send timely communications, reminders, and prep materials to ensure speakers are well-prepared. + Support logistics coordination, including travel and scheduling, to deliver a seamless experience. What You Bring + Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus. + 3–5 years of experience in B2B events, with at least 1–2 years focused on speaker management and recruitment. + Prior experience in the cybersecurity or technology events sector strongly preferred. + Strong executive presence with the ability to confidently engage senior technology and cybersecurity leaders. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build credibility quickly. + Experience collaborating with marketing teams on event promotion and speaker content. + Exceptional organizational and project management skills. + Resilient, adaptable, and solution-oriented with a proactive, detail-driven mindset. Why Join ISMG? At ISMG, we bring together the world’s foremost cybersecurity and technology leaders through our premier summits and digital programming. As a Speaker Engagement Manager, you’ll be at the heart of this mission, ensuring our events continue to set the standard for excellence and impact. You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing team where your work directly contributes to building industry thought leadership and advancing global conversations in security and technology. Apply now! Visit ISMG.io/Events to learn more. 📍Location: Manhattan, NYC or Princeton, NJ (on-site, Monday–Friday) 💰Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 (exact compensation based on experience level) Powered by JazzHR