Director, Cybersecurity Public Policy

$311,200 - $311,200/Yr

Adobe - Washington, DC

Full-time - Director

Washington, DC

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Director of Cybersecurity Public Policy at Adobe will lead the company's engagement in cybersecurity public policy, focusing on advancing global cyber policy objectives and building relationships with government officials and industry partners. This role is pivotal in shaping Adobe's cybersecurity policy strategies and requires collaboration across various business functions to manage cybersecurity policy projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advance Adobe's global cyber policy objectives in key markets around the world.
• Develop and implement strategic public policy outreach initiatives and advocacy campaigns to engage with key partners and government officials.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with government officials and influencers to promote Adobe's interests.
• Keep informed of cyber-related policy developments and trends; coordinate with key stakeholders to assess impact and provide updates.
• Proactively identify cyber-related policy opportunities and risks, work to mitigate emerging policy risks, and capitalize on opportunities.
• Develop messaging and content to support advocacy engagements and policymaking meetings.
• Collaborate internally across business functions and program manage cybersecurity policy projects, working with cross-functional team members.
• Participate in meetings with internal cybersecurity specialists to understand technical needs and assess appropriate policy responses.
• Coordinate globally and regionally on policy developments, risks, and engagements.
• Identify data and cyber information sharing opportunities and craft new programs for sharing and teamwork to enhance industry cyber defenses.
• Engage with industry partners, governments, and other team members to build coalitions and strategic public-private partnerships that support cyber policy goals.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the technical aspects of cybersecurity practices and the ability to translate those practices into policy positions.
• A distinguished track record of success in cybersecurity policy.
• Ability to work with leaders in other subject areas to agree on effective points of view on cybersecurity challenges.
• Political competence with an understanding of the political, legislative, and decision-making processes of governments.
• Familiarity with current political, legal, regulatory, and market trends impacting cybersecurity policy.
• Experience working with elected officials, community leaders, industry associations, consumer advocacy groups, and corporate executives.
• Strong analytical approach to problem solving and ability to develop solutions to problems.
• Professional level written and spoken English communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communication, political sciences, public affairs, law, business, economics, engineering, or similar fields.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $165,000 -- $311,200 annually based on location and experience.
• Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) for non-sales roles.