UK Policy Manager

International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ISC2 is seeking an Advocacy Manager in the UK to enhance its advocacy programme. This role involves leading operations, developing strategies, and engaging with policy stakeholders. Candidates should have strong communication capabilities, experience in advocacy, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public policy, government relations and advocacy.
• Good understanding of the UK political system.
• Keen interest in cybersecurity policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead ISC2’s advocacy programme operations in the UK.
• Manage relationships with public affairs vendors.
• Contribute to policy consultations and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration

Emotional Intelligence

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, political sciences, public affairs, law, or cybersecurity

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Your Future. Secured. ISC2 is a force for good. As the world’s leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, our core values — Integrity, Advocacy, Commitment, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Excellence — drive everything we do in support of our vision of a safe and secure cyber world. Our globally recognized, award-winning portfolio of certifications provide an independent and globally recognized endorsement of cybersecurity knowledge, skills and experience for all career levels. Our charitable arm, the Center for Cyber Safety and Education, enables ISC2 and our members to serve the public by educating the most vulnerable about cyber risks and empowering access to enter and thrive in the cyber profession. Learn more at ISC2 online and connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. When you join ISC2, you’ll demonstrate your commitment to an inclusive and equitable environment. Your support of the unique perspectives and experiences shared by our global cybersecurity workforce and profession will be recognized. We invite you to take an active role in helping us create a true sense of belonging across our organization — an environment of authenticity, trust, empowerment and connectedness that empowers all of our successes. Learn more.

Position Summary

ISC2 advocates for its members and the wider profession to ensure the most effective cybersecurity policies, legislations, and regulations are developed and implemented. In its advocacy programme, ISC2 engages policymakers and influencers, promotes the organisation’s thought leadership, and champions for a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive cybersecurity sector.

ISC2 is expanding its advocacy programme at a regional level in Europe.

This post is key to maintaining ISC2’s thought leadership position in the UK and will also contribute to global policy discussions.

As Advocacy Manager, UK, you will work closely with the Senior Director, Advocacy, and will be the day-to-day operational lead in rolling out the advocacy plans and contribute to the development of ISC2’s advocacy strategy for the UK.

This is a full-time position based in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations for ISC2’s advocacy programme in the UK
• Support ISC2’s engagements and exploratory discussions with regional and international bodies and forums
• Support the development of ISC2’s advocacy strategy at a regional level
• Manage ISC2’s relationship with its public affairs vendor in the country
• Coordinate and develop ISC2’s responses to policy consultations
• Identify, map, and engage key policy stakeholders, including within government and wider industry, through regular communication – building and strengthening relationships
• Contribute to event planning and delivery
• Represent ISC2 at external events, working groups, including developing presentations for events
• Actively identify emerging and significant policy issues, including strategically evaluating the impact of policy developments
• Provide policy and stakeholders briefings to senior management
• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications, Exam and other internal teams to deliver advocacy plans
• Support the development of advocacy function and processes
• Contribute to internal recording and reporting of advocacy KPIs
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong collaboration skills, drive for results, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence
• Impeccable attention to detail, take ownership of tasks and work with initiative
• Proactively support the wider team driving projects forward
• Disciplined in meeting business goals and objectives and able to prioritise multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to proactively identify opportunities and quickly implement solutions
• Effective organizational skills - keeps information organized and accessible, maintains appropriate documentation/notes in systems, manages time well
• Sense of Urgency - Meets deadlines, establishes appropriate priority, executes tasks and projects timely
• Inquisitive and curious – passionate about developing knowledge of cybersecurity policy

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication; both verbal and written
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint
• A good understanding of the technology sector
• A good understanding of the UK political system, environment and institutions, as well as cultural landscape
• Experience with government/policy schemes is preferred
• Network of key stakeholders a plus
• Experience working with member associations or nonprofits a plus
• Keen Interest in cybersecurity policy and creating value for membership associations

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communication, political sciences, public affairs, law, or cybersecurity
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in areas such as managing public policy, government relations and advocacy

Physical and Mental Demands

• Travel up to 20%
• Work normal business hours and extended hours when necessary
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods
• Regular use of office equipment such as a computer/laptop and monitor computer screens
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.