Senior Manager of U.S. Federal Affairs

Cisco•Columbia, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cisco is seeking a government affairs professional to join a global team for a position based in our Washington, DC office as a Senior Manager of U.S. Federal Affairs. Reporting to the Vice President and Head of Americas Government Affairs, this individual will primarily help manage Cisco’s engagement with Democrats in the U.S. Congress. Cisco’s Government Affairs team represents the company with governments around the world to build relationships with key leaders, advance Cisco’s public policy goals, and educate governments about our industry. Government Affairs is involved in all key legislative, regulatory, and global issues that impact the technology industry. We are comprised of government and public policy experts across two dozen countries who represent Cisco at the highest levels of government. The team has extensive experience in and out of government and are recognized leaders in the industry. As Senior Manager of U.S. Federal Affairs, you will represent Cisco with officials throughout the federal government. You play a pivotal role in formulating and implementing innovative policy solutions that advance Cisco’s business and enable our purpose to power an inclusive future for all.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in the federal government or across a combination of federal government and private sector roles
Degree in Business, Economics, Law, International Affairs, Public Policy, or a related field
Experience staffing and briefing senior government officials and/or executives
Demonstrated interest and experience handling congressional relations and advocacy, as well as policy analysis
Strong political judgment and experience in managing complex political situations
Familiarity with public policy issues impacting the technology industry

Nice To Haves

Relevant private sector or technology industry experience strongly preferred
Advanced degree in Business, Economics, Law, International Affairs, Public Policy, or a related field
Outstanding verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, taking initiative and handling multiple issues and responsibilities fully and effectively under tight deadlines
Exceedingly collaborative, with high emotional intelligence and a demonstrated ability to communicate seamlessly across internal teams, build consensus without friction, and put collective mission success above individual ownership
Strong external relationship and coalition building skills
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, leadership, organization, and project management skills

Responsibilities

Building strong political relationships with key members of the Senate and House and their staffs
Developing and advocating for public policies that advance ICT adoption and enable Cisco’s mission to power an inclusive future for all
Providing direct support and counsel to Cisco executives in meetings with key government officials
Collaborating across Cisco and externally with companies and industries to advance key public policy goals
Managing Cisco’s activities at trade associations and industry coalitions related to public policy issues
Supporting Cisco’s political activities, including Cisco’s employee-sponsored political action committee

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
grants of Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt employees)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt employees)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)