Head of European Cybersecurity Partnerships

Mastercard; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard is seeking a VP to lead European cybersecurity engagement with governments and institutions across Europe. The role focuses on designing strategies, building relationships with bodies like the European Commission and ENISA, and translating policy insights into capabilities for Mastercard's products and sales teams.

The position requires deep cybersecurity policy fluency, an extensive EU network, and a track record of engaging with government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive years of experience engaging with European institutional or government stakeholders.
• Deep familiarity with European cybersecurity landscape and EU institutions.
• Strong existing network across European government and industry.
• Fluency in regulatory matters related to cybersecurity, data, and critical infrastructure.
• Command of English; multilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute Mastercard's European government cybersecurity engagement strategy, in close coordination with the SVP, regional, and country teams.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships with key European institutions and bodies - including the European Commission (DG CNECT, DG HOME), ENISA, NATO, Europol's EC3, national cybersecurity agencies (BSI, ANSSI, NCSC-UK, CCN, and others), and relevant multilateral forums.
• Represent Mastercard in European cybersecurity policy forums, working groups, and industry dialogues - advancing the company's thought leadership and securing speaking and advisory roles at key events.
• Work with government affairs and regional teams to understand European cybersecurity policy developments and how to translate these into strategic insights and opportunities for Mastercard.
• Identify and develop opportunities for Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities to address European government priorities, partnering closely with product and sales teams to develop credible, tailored value propositions.
• Develop and deliver high-quality briefings, reports, and executive communications tailored to European government and institutional audiences.
• Cultivate relationships with think tanks, academic institutions, and civil society organizations that shape European cybersecurity policy conversations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for European government and institutional inquiries related to Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities and engagement.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

International affairs

European public policy

Stakeholder network

Regulatory environment fluency

English proficiency

Multilingual capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in international relations / European affairs / cybersecurity / public policy

Job description

Mastercard is seeking a VP to lead European cybersecurity engagement with governments and institutions across Europe. The role focuses on designing strategies, building relationships with bodies like the European Commission and ENISA, and translating policy insights into capabilities for Mastercard's products and sales teams.

The position requires deep cybersecurity policy fluency, an extensive EU network, and a track record of engaging with government stakeholders.