Head of Public Policy and Government Affairs - ASEAN (Director)

Palo Alto Networks; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity company seeks a Head of Public Policy and Government Affairs for the ASEAN region. The role involves monitoring public policy issues, developing strategic relationships, and advising internal teams on policy positions. Ideal candidates have extensive public policy experience, strong communication skills, and a background in cybersecurity. The position is based in Singapore, with expectations for travel across the region. Join us to shape the future of cybersecurity through innovative public policy strategies.

Benefits

Diversity in the workplace

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant public policy experience.
• Track record in supporting sales teams and building strategic relationships.
• Strong background engaging on cybersecurity and related government policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead public policy and government affairs in ASEAN.
• Develop and execute a plan for engagement in cybersecurity policy.
• Cultivate relationships with key government officials and stakeholders.

Skills

Public policy experience

Relationship management

Excellent communication

Cybersecurity knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Law degree

Job description

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.

Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem‑solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Your Career

As the Head of Public Policy and Government Affairs, ASEAN at Palo Alto Networks, you will lead the policy and government affairs function across the ASEAN region.

You will be responsible for monitoring, analysing and managing legislation and public policy issues related to our products/services with Government policymakers. You will engage in the development of public policies, build/maintain influential relationships and help advance strategic business opportunities. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to your Southeast Asian colleagues.

The role is based in the Singapore office and will require occasional travel to Palo Alto Networks offices across Southeast Asia and to our Santa Clara, CA headquarters and our Washington, D.C. offices, as needed.

You will report directly to the Vice President of Public.

Your Impact

• Expand and cultivate existing relationships while identifying new key officials, organisations, and stakeholders to elevate Palo Alto Networks' visibility in the cybersecurity and related tech policy communities in ASEAN.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive plan for engagement, ensuring strategic positioning in the cybersecurity and tech policy landscape.
• Monitor and engage on current and emerging public policy issues, including cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, certifications, data flows, cloud, and privacy, and develop and execute strategies to engage on these policies in the company’s interest.
• Collaborate with Palo Alto Networks' public sector team to facilitate business conversations with senior government officials, government CIOs, cybersecurity stakeholders, and purchasing influencers of government and other public sector organizations.
• Support the development and maintenance of strategic relationships within public sector organizations and institutions.
• Partner closely with the JAPAC legal and policy team members, as well as with the U.S.-based Public Policy and Government Affairs team to ensure consistent approaches and information sharing.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leadership in ASEAN and wider Asia Pacific region and support their efforts to increase company name recognition and operational relationships.
• Liaise internally with various corporate functions and business leadership to provide timely public policy positions, insights, and written materials in relation to identified policy areas, related business initiatives, and government regulatory activities.
• Advise internal business leaders and work collaboratively with business units (including marketing, communications, product management, sales, and others) to ensure that Palo Alto Networks has the information needed to make strategic decisions with critical impact on the company’s business goals.
• Help Palo Alto Networks continue to build our brand as a strategic partner to ASEAN policymakers and as a thought leader in the cybersecurity arena.
• Present the company's policy positions through written papers, comments, meetings, conferences, and industry associations as required.
• Manage local representation (e.g. trade and other business associations).
• Contribute to speeches and materials for senior executives, identifying thought leadership opportunities and operational partnerships.

Your Experience

• 6+ years of relevant public policy experience.
• Track record in supporting sales teams and passion for building strategic business relationships.
• Strong background engaging on cybersecurity, data flows, data localisation, privacy, and AI and related government policies.
• Network of government, academic, and other influencers in ASEAN.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships across various constituencies, both inside and outside the organization.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentations).
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship management, team, and diplomatic skills.
• Strong business judgment, strategic thinking, superior work ethic, attention to detail and quality, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
• Ability to work across multiple time zones, countries, and cultures.
• Law degree is advantageous.
• Excellent proficiency in English and any other Southeast Asian language.

The Team

The Global Policy and Government Affairs is part of the Global Legal team and works with governments, companies and organisations around the world to foster operational partnerships across industry and government, develop strategic relationships with key government officials, and advise governments on public policy and legislation.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [e-mail].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.