Director Cybersecurity and Fraud Public Policy

Adobe•McLean, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Adobe is seeking a leader to direct its cybersecurity and fraud public policy engagement. The position is based in Washington, DC, and reports to the Vice President Public Policy. The role partners closely with Adobe’s Chief Security Officer and Vice President for Fraud, and coordinates with technical, legal, business, regional, and global teams to advance Adobe’s policy objectives. The Director leads policy outreach and advocacy, builds relationships with government officials and other influencers, monitors policy developments, identifies risks and opportunities, and develops messaging for advocacy and policymaking engagements. The role also works with technical teams to identify cyber information-sharing opportunities and develops programs, coalitions, and public-private partnerships that support cybersecurity policy objectives and strengthen industry defenses.

Requirements

10+ years of extensive knowledge of cybersecurity practices’ technical aspects and ability to translate those practices into policy positions.
A distinguished track record of success.
Ability to work with leaders in other subject areas to agree on effective positions concerning difficult cybersecurity challenges.
Political competence and understanding of government political, legislative, and decision-making processes.
Familiarity with current political, legal, regulatory, and market trends affecting cybersecurity policy.
Achievement in developing and advancing cybersecurity policy.
Experience working with elected officials, community leaders, industry associations, consumer advocacy groups, national and international security professionals, and corporate executives.
Tact and judgment, strong negotiating skills, effective communication, and ability to engage diverse collaborators.
Strong analytical problem-solving skills; ability to develop solutions, meet deadlines, and work efficiently under pressure.
Ability to travel globally as needed.
Professional-level written and spoken English communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain strong relationships across levels, functions, business units, and geographies.
A respected and trusted public policy voice with success developing and implementing effective policy advocacy strategies.
Proven track record leading strategic relationships to advocate for and influence public policy priorities.
Deep experience collaborating with engineering groups.
Suitable qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, political science, public affairs, law, business, economics, engineering, or a similar field.

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 key partners and government officials.
Build and maintain positive relationships with government officials and influencers to promote Adobe’s interests.
Monitor cyber-related policy developments and trends, coordinate with collaborators to assess their impact, and provide updates.
Identify cyber-related policy opportunities and risks, mitigate emerging risks, and capitalize on opportunities.
Develop messaging and content for advocacy engagements and policymaking meetings.
Collaborate across business functions and program-manage cybersecurity policy projects with cross-functional team members.
Meet with internal cybersecurity specialists in Cyber Legal, Cybersecurity, and Fraud to understand the organization’s technical abilities and needs and assess appropriate policy responses.
Coordinate globally and regionally on policy developments, risks, and engagements.
Work with technical teams to identify data and cyber information-sharing opportunities and develop programs that support industry cyber defenses.
Engage industry partners, governments, and other team members to build coalitions and strategic public-private partnerships supporting cyber policy goals.