VP, Government & Legal Affairs

Rubrik; Geldern; Remote; EUR 244,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubrik seeks a visionary leader to head Global Government Affairs, directing public policy strategy and engage with heads of state, regulatory agencies, and policy forums. This role shapes cyber resilience and AI data protection in government affairs, interfacing with senior Rubrik executives.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in public policy for tech/cybersecurity SaaS, with proven Congress and international relations experience, and the ability to drive Federal Sector GTM initiatives across

Qualifications

• 15+ years leading government relations or public policy in high-growth tech, cybersecurity, or SaaS environments.
• Proven track record establishing C-level/head-of-state relationships and shaping national policy frameworks.
• Clear experience managing agency relations, congressional testimony, and international government affairs.

Responsibilities

• Establish direct relationships with foreign ministries, heads of state, and key U.S. political and federal agencies to position Rubrik as a core advisor on cyber resilience and AI data protection.
• Position Rubrik's executives and serve as a primary spokesperson for Congressional hearings, White House roundtables, and international policy summits on cybersecurity policy and AI governance.
• Partner closely with Public Sector and Enterprise sales leadership to unlock government procurement opportunities and open doors for deep strategic accounts.
• Track, analyze, and shape legislation surrounding zero-trust architectures, ransomware response, data governance, and AI security frameworks.
• Outmaneuver competitors by embedding Rubrik’s technical vision into federal standards and public policy frameworks.

Skills

Public policy leadership

C-level relationships

Policy strategy

Public sector GTM

Job description

About Rubrik

Rubrik is the leader in data security, helping organizations achieve cyber resilience through our Rubrik Security Cloud platform. We protect data, detect threats, and enable rapid recovery for over 6,000 customers worldwide. Our mission is to secure the world's data.

Reports To: Chief Legal Officer

Location: Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area preferred (Open to Remote)

The Vice President of Global Government Affairs will establish and lead Rubrik’s global public policy strategy, establishing the company as the premier authority on data security, cyber resilience, and AI safety in government affairs. Operating at the intersection of public policy and commercial growth, this leader will engage directly with heads of state, legislative leaders, and key regulatory agencies (such as CISA, DoD, NIST, and international equivalents).

By securing Rubrik’s \"seat at the table\" in critical national security and policy dialogues, this executive will elevate the Rubrik brand, shape emerging cybersecurity/AI legislation, and serve as an executive catalyst for Public Sector (Fed/SLED) sales expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish direct relationships with foreign ministries, heads of state, and key U.S. political and federal agencies to position Rubrik as a core advisor on cyber resilience and AI data protection.
• Position Rubrik's executives and serve as a primary spokesperson for Congressional hearings, White House roundtables, and international policy summits on cybersecurity policy and AI governance.
• Partner closely with Public Sector and Enterprise sales leadership to unlock government procurement opportunities and open doors for deep strategic accounts.
• Track, analyze, and shape legislation surrounding zero-trust architectures, ransomware response, data governance, and AI security frameworks.
• Outmaneuver competitors by embedding Rubrik’s technical vision into federal standards and public policy frameworks.

Qualifications

• 15+ years leading government relations or public policy in high-growth tech, cybersecurity, or SaaS environments.
• Proven track record establishing C-level/head-of-state relationships and shaping national policy frameworks (e.g., CISA guidelines, Executive Orders on AI/Cyber).
• Deep understanding of how policy strategy directly enables Public Sector (Fed/SLED) go-to-market motions.
• Clear experience managing agency relations, congressional testimony, and international government affairs.

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The minimum and maximum base salaries for this role are posted below; additionally, the role is eligible for bonus potential, equity and benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role based on U.S. location. Within the range, the salary offered will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US (SF Bay Area, DC Metro, NYC, Seattle) Pay Range

$275,000—$320,000 USD

The minimum and maximum base salaries for this role are posted below; additionally, the role is eligible for bonus potential, equity and benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role based on U.S. location. Within the range, the salary offered will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US2 (all other US offices/remote) Pay Range

$275,000—$320,000 USD

Join Us in Securing and Accelerating the World's AI Transformation

Rubrik (RBRK), the Security and AI Operations Company, leads at the intersection of data protection, cyber resilience, and enterprise AI acceleration. Rubrik Security Cloud delivers complete cyber resilience by securing, monitoring, and recovering data, identities, and workloads across clouds. Rubrik Agent Cloud accelerates trusted AI agent deployments at scale by monitoring and auditing agentic actions, enforcing real-time guardrails, fine-tuning for accuracy and undoing agentic mistakes.

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Inclusion @ Rubrik

At Rubrik, we are dedicated to fostering a culture where people from all backgrounds are valued, feel they belong, and believe they can succeed. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of our mission to secure the world’s data.

Our goal is to hire and promote the best talent, regardless of background. We continually review our hiring practices to ensure fairness and strive to create an environment where every employee has equal access to opportunities for growth and excellence. We believe in empowering everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and achieve their fullest potential.

Our inclusion strategy focuses on three core areas of our business and culture

• Our Company: We are committed to building a merit-based organization that offers equal access to growth and success for all employees globally. Your potential is limitless here.
• Our Culture: We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where individuals from all backgrounds feel a strong sense of belonging, can thrive, and do their best work. Your contributions help us innovate and break boundaries.
• Our Communities: We are dedicated to expanding our engagement with the communities we operate in, creating opportunities for underrepresented talent and driving greater innovation for our clients. Your impact extends beyond Rubrik, contributing to safer and stronger communities.

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Rubrik is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rubrik provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants in all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, leave, and termination.

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