About Us
ISMG is a global intelligence firm & premier media organization dedicated solely to cybersecurity, information technology, artificial intelligence, & operational technology. With a diverse portfolio of over 20 brands, 38 digital media platforms, & more than 400 in-person & virtual events held annually, we connect with a global audience of over 1.8+ million subscribers.
Our expertly crafted content targets key industries including banking, healthcare, & the public sector & spans regions from North America to Southeast Asia. Our unwavering commitment to addressing the evolving needs of professionals in today's digital age underscores our ability to anticipate & lead through digital transformation.
The Opportunity
ISMG is seeking a full-time Copy Editor for our Global Copy Desk will be responsible for providing content support, copy-editing, proofreading, creation and ideation, and other business-communication-centric support to various internal departments and lines of business within ISMG. All non-editorial copy and editing support will be provided by the Global Copy Desk.
In this role, you may be required, from time to time, to provide mentorship, training, and guidance to junior team members and help with the ideation, execution, and sustainment of desk processes and framework to meet the highest global standards of proofreading/editing.
Responsibilities
- Providing copy editing support to all sectors covered by ISMG on a global scale.
- Copy-editing, proofing text for errors, and writing various network content on a regular basis, ensuring content is relevant and of quality, and coordinating with the creative team for illustrations or photographs for attractive layouts.
- Verifying the factual correctness of all the information such as dates and statistics.
- Checking the text for style, readability, and adherence to editorial policies; ensuring correct tone, voice, clarity, flow, and structure of content.
- Managing and networking with other editors and writers for custom content initiatives.
- Transcribing and editing transcriptions of video interviews, audio interviews, event sessions, and other, multimedia content.
- Supporting marketing efforts in creating and publishing content/blogs/videos as needed by various departments and lines of business.
- Researching and staying up-to-date with current industry and technology trends, as well as security regulations/guidance and relevant legislative activities.
- Collaborating with the team to come up with fresh and creative ideas, keeping the audience in mind.
- Communicating and working with the relevant team to ensure that content is published in a timely manner.
Requirements
- BA in Journalism, Communications, or a related field or equivalent experience required
- Minimum of 7 years experience covering technology in a security context
- Minimum 5 years of writing experience in information security and overall information technology
- Demonstrable knowledge of specific technologies and market leaders, including but not limited to: application security, cloud computing, data loss prevention, encryption, GRC, ID & access management, mobility, and social media
- Knowledge of regulatory bodies and the regulations and guidance issued by these bodies for providing a framework for information cybersecurity within all sectors
- Working knowledge of web publishing standards, content development and management, and web technologies
- Must be proficient in writing and idea communication
- Must be efficient, multitasker, proactive, and possess strong management and leadership skills
- Good time management skills and ability to work well under pressure & meet deadlines
- Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks and be flexible in a changing work environment, while remaining creative, accurate and detail-oriented
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
- Excellent computer skills including MS Office
