Melanie Ensign
Independent security-and-privacy communications consultancy founded by a former Facebook and Uber comms lead.
Ensign is a frequent speaker at USENIX Enigma, RSA Conference, and DEF CON, and has run press operations for DEF CON for roughly a decade. Discernible positions itself explicitly as a communications consultancy for security and privacy programs, distinguishing technical credibility from marketing spin.
Expertise
- Security communications
- Crisis comms
- Press strategy
- Privacy communications
FAQs
Melanie Ensign: frequently asked questions
Who is Melanie Ensign?
Melanie Ensign built and led security/privacy communications programs at Facebook, Uber, and AT&T before founding Discernible, a consultancy that helps security and privacy teams communicate credibly with press, regulators, and the public.
What is Melanie Ensign's current role?
Melanie Ensign is Founder & CEO at Discernible Inc..
What is Melanie Ensign known for?
Melanie Ensign focuses on Security communications, Crisis comms, Press strategy, Privacy communications.
Where is Melanie Ensign based?
Melanie Ensign is based in San Francisco, CA, USA.
What is Melanie Ensign listed under on Cyber Resources?
Melanie Ensign is listed in the Freelancers & Consultants category of Cyber Resources, the curated directory of the cybersecurity marketing and growth ecosystem.
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