Manager, Government Affairs and Policy

Mastercard • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Manager of Government Affairs and Policy (GAP) will support Mastercard’s strategic engagement on cybersecurity and emerging technology issues globally. This role will anchor the cyber policy portfolio across research, writing, executive support, and cross-functional alignment—and will play a key role in shaping how Mastercard tracks and communicates trends at the intersection of cyber, tech, and geopolitics. This Washington, D.C.–based role sits within the Office of Government Engagement (OGE) and reports directly to the Government Engagement Head and Chief of Staff to the Chief Government Affairs and Policy Officer.

Requirements

• 4-8 Years of experience in cyber policy, tech policy, geopolitical risk, or adjacent fields in government, private sector, or think tanks.
• Exceptional writing and editorial judgment; ability to produce polished, concise, executive-ready content under tight deadlines.
• Strong research and synthesis skills, with the ability to turn complex issues into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated project coordination and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Understanding of the global policy landscape around cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and data governance.
• Interest in the intersection of geopolitics, cybersecurity, and the global digital economy—including how public policy shapes private sector operations and competitiveness.

Responsibilities

• Draft briefers, talking points, backgrounders, op-eds, blog posts, and presentations to support cyber-related internal and external engagements.
• Prepare executive communications and meeting materials for advocacy efforts, policymaker briefings, and senior leadership updates.
• Conduct policy research and analysis on global cyber developments, risks, and regulatory trends relevant to Mastercard’s operations and strategy.
• Track cyber policy initiatives and legislative activity across key markets; provide timely updates and insights to internal stakeholders.
• Distill research findings into actionable insights and explore ways to communicate them visually or through other strategic formats.
• Maintain a curated content library on cybersecurity and emerging tech issues to support Mastercard’s global messaging efforts.
• Provide project management support for internal initiatives and external engagements involving government institutions, industry groups, and multilateral stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics and briefing materials for external meetings, site visits, and major forums involving Mastercard executives and partners.
• Collaborate across Mastercard teams (e.g., GAP, Law, Communications, Technology) to ensure consistency and alignment of cyber policy messaging.
• Support Mastercard’s engagement with consultants, trade associations, think tanks, and third-party groups advancing digital and cyber policy agendas.

Benefits

• insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• flexible spending account and health savings account
• paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)
• 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire
• 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
• 401k with a best-in-class company match
• deferred compensation for eligible roles
• fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
• eligibility for tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees