Creative Graphic Artist (Cybersecurity & Technical Visualization)
About Data Defenders
Data Defenders is a Chicago-based cybersecurity firm delivering advanced security products and managed services to government agencies and small-to-mid-sized businesses. We specialize in protecting critical infrastructure, simplifying complex security challenges, and providing high-trust, mission-critical solutions.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly creative and technically fluent Graphic Artist who can translate complex cybersecurity and IT concepts into compelling visual narratives. This role sits at the intersection of design, storytelling, and technical communication.
You will play a critical role in shaping how our services are understood—through diagrams, animations, presentations, and marketing collateral that make sophisticated security concepts intuitive and visually engaging.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Visualization & Illustration
Develop clear, engaging visual representations of cybersecurity concepts, architectures, and workflows
Translate technical inputs from engineers and leadership into diagrams, infographics, and visual models
Create reusable visual frameworks for MSS (Managed Security Services), threat detection, incident response, and governance concepts
Presentation & Slide Design
Design high-impact slide decks for:
Client presentations
Executive briefings
Government proposals
Internal strategy sessions
Ensure presentations are visually cohesive, persuasive, and aligned with Data Defenders’ brand
Animation & Motion Graphics
Develop short animations and motion graphics to explain:
Security processes (e.g., SOC operations, threat lifecycle)
Product/service workflows
Value propositions for non-technical audiences
Create explainer videos and animated visuals for marketing and sales enablement
Marketing & Collateral Design
Design brochures, one-pagers, whitepapers, and case studies
Create branded templates for consistent document production
Collaborate with leadership on proposal visuals and RFP responses
Brand Development & Consistency
Help evolve and maintain Data Defenders’ visual identity
Ensure consistency across all digital and print materials
Contribute to visual storytelling strategy across channels
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–7+ years of professional design experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating:
Technical or conceptual illustration
Presentation design
Marketing collateral
Proficiency in tools such as:
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects)
PowerPoint / Google Slides (advanced design capability required)
Ability to understand and visualize technical concepts (cybersecurity or IT experience strongly preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with cybersecurity, IT services, or engineering teams
Familiarity with:
Network diagrams
Security frameworks (NIST, Zero Trust, SOC workflows)
Motion graphics and animation expertise
Experience supporting government or enterprise proposals (RFPs)
Basic knowledge of UI/UX or web design
Key Competencies
Visual Storytelling: Ability to simplify complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals
Technical Curiosity: Comfortable engaging with engineers and learning new concepts quickly
Attention to Detail: Precision in layout, branding, and consistency
Strategic Thinking: Understands how visuals support sales, positioning, and trust
Collaboration: Works effectively with leadership, sales, and technical teams
What Success Looks Like
Complex cybersecurity services are easily understood by non-technical audiences
Sales and executive presentations are visually compelling and persuasive
Consistent, professional branding across all materials
Visual assets directly contribute to winning new business and strengthening client trust
Why Join Data Defenders
Work on mission-critical cybersecurity challenges
Direct exposure to leadership and strategic initiatives
Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a growing firm
High-impact role influencing how clients understand and trust our services
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Data Defenders is a Chicago-based cybersecurity firm delivering advanced security products and managed services to government agencies and small-to-mid-sized businesses. We specialize in protecting critical infrastructure, simplifying complex security challenges, and providing high-trust, mission-critical solutions.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly creative and technically fluent Graphic Artist who can translate complex cybersecurity and IT concepts into compelling visual narratives. This role sits at the intersection of design, storytelling, and technical communication.
You will play a critical role in shaping how our services are understood—through diagrams, animations, presentations, and marketing collateral that make sophisticated security concepts intuitive and visually engaging.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Visualization & Illustration
Develop clear, engaging visual representations of cybersecurity concepts, architectures, and workflows
Translate technical inputs from engineers and leadership into diagrams, infographics, and visual models
Create reusable visual frameworks for MSS (Managed Security Services), threat detection, incident response, and governance concepts
Presentation & Slide Design
Design high-impact slide decks for:
Client presentations
Executive briefings
Government proposals
Internal strategy sessions
Ensure presentations are visually cohesive, persuasive, and aligned with Data Defenders’ brand
Animation & Motion Graphics
Develop short animations and motion graphics to explain:
Security processes (e.g., SOC operations, threat lifecycle)
Product/service workflows
Value propositions for non-technical audiences
Create explainer videos and animated visuals for marketing and sales enablement
Marketing & Collateral Design
Design brochures, one-pagers, whitepapers, and case studies
Create branded templates for consistent document production
Collaborate with leadership on proposal visuals and RFP responses
Brand Development & Consistency
Help evolve and maintain Data Defenders’ visual identity
Ensure consistency across all digital and print materials
Contribute to visual storytelling strategy across channels
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–7+ years of professional design experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating:
Technical or conceptual illustration
Presentation design
Marketing collateral
Proficiency in tools such as:
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects)
PowerPoint / Google Slides (advanced design capability required)
Ability to understand and visualize technical concepts (cybersecurity or IT experience strongly preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with cybersecurity, IT services, or engineering teams
Familiarity with:
Network diagrams
Security frameworks (NIST, Zero Trust, SOC workflows)
Motion graphics and animation expertise
Experience supporting government or enterprise proposals (RFPs)
Basic knowledge of UI/UX or web design
Key Competencies
Visual Storytelling: Ability to simplify complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals
Technical Curiosity: Comfortable engaging with engineers and learning new concepts quickly
Attention to Detail: Precision in layout, branding, and consistency
Strategic Thinking: Understands how visuals support sales, positioning, and trust
Collaboration: Works effectively with leadership, sales, and technical teams
What Success Looks Like
Complex cybersecurity services are easily understood by non-technical audiences
Sales and executive presentations are visually compelling and persuasive
Consistent, professional branding across all materials
Visual assets directly contribute to winning new business and strengthening client trust
Why Join Data Defenders
Work on mission-critical cybersecurity challenges
Direct exposure to leadership and strategic initiatives
Opportunity to shape the visual identity of a growing firm
High-impact role influencing how clients understand and trust our services
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job