Director of Government Affairs

Socure•Washington, DC

About The Position

Socure is building the identity trust infrastructure for the digital economy — verifying 100% of good identities in real time and stopping fraud before it starts. The mission is big, the problems are complex, and the impact is felt by businesses, governments, and millions of people every day. We hire people who want that level of responsibility. People who move fast, think critically, act like owners, and care deeply about solving customer problems with precision. If you want predictability or narrow scope, this won’t be your place. If you want to help build the future of identity with a team that holds a high bar for itself — keep reading. Position Overview We are seeking a high-impact, strategic Director of Government Affairs to lead Socure’s federal advocacy and policy engagement in Washington, D.C. This role will drive engagement on issues at the intersection of financial services, digital identity, and fraud prevention, helping shape the policy and regulatory environment affecting identity verification, fraud detection, and digital onboarding across financial institutions, government programs, and digital platforms. The Director will bring experience in financial services, fintech, or banking policy and serve as a key representative of Socure in engagements with Congress, federal regulators, and industry stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of Global Government Affairs, the Director will work closely with executive leadership, legal, product, and go-to-market teams to ensure Socure’s public policy engagement supports the company’s broader business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Business, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
10 years of relevant experience in government affairs, financial services policy, fintech regulation or a related field. Ideally a mix of public sector (e.g., Capitol Hill or federal agency) and private sector (corporate or association) experience.
Deep familiarity with financial services regulation, banking policy, fintech innovation, or payments systems.
Experience working with Congress and/or federal regulators overseeing financial services, identity verification or technology issues.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive policy messaging and brief senior executives.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with policymakers and industry stakeholders.
Strong ability to translate complex policy developments into clear strategic insights for senior leadership.
A self-starter with sound judgment, high integrity, and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Washington, D.C. metro-based or willing to relocate. Some travel required.

Nice To Haves

Experience engaging on financial services or fintech policy issues on Capitol Hill or within federal regulatory agencies.
Familiarity with AML/KYC frameworks, digital identity policy, or fraud prevention technologies.
Experience working at the intersection of technology policy and financial regulation.
Interest in emerging policy issues related to AI governance, digital identity infrastructure, and data-driven fraud prevention.

Responsibilities

Advance policy solutions that strengthen digital identity infrastructure and reduce fraud across government and the digital economy
Shape the policy environment to support secure digital identity, modern fraud prevention, and trusted digital interactions across regulated digital services and platforms.
Lead Socure’s Federal Government Affairs Strategy
Develop and execute a proactive federal advocacy strategy aligned with Socure’s enterprise priorities, including expanding adoption of identity verification technologies, advancing fraud prevention policy solutions, and supporting growth in financial services, public sector, and regulated digital markets.
Advise Executive Leadership on Policy and Political Dynamics
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership by translating federal policy developments, regulatory actions, and political dynamics into clear business implications, risks, and opportunities. Provide timely, decision-ready analysis that informs company strategy and market positioning.
Drive Federal Policy Engagement and Advocacy
Lead Socure’s engagement with Congress, the Executive Branch, and key regulatory agencies. Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, congressional staff, and federal officials, and represent Socure in policy discussions, industry forums, and stakeholder engagements to advance secure digital identity and fraud prevention solutions.
Manage External Partnerships and Policy Coalitions
Oversee relationships with lobbying firms, policy consultants, and industry associations to extend Socure’s influence and ensure coordinated advocacy across priority policy areas and legislative initiatives.
Integrate Government Affairs Across the Business
Partner closely with Legal, Product, Compliance, and Go-to-Market teams to ensure government affairs efforts support product strategy, business development, and market expansion.
Monitor and Shape the Policy Landscape
Track and analyze legislative and regulatory developments affecting digital identity, fraud prevention, financial services regulation, privacy, cybersecurity, and AI governance. Develop policy positions, briefing materials, and thought leadership that reinforce Socure’s role as a trusted partner in strengthening digital trust infrastructure.