Cybersecurity Programs Senior Associate — Summit & Policy

Aspen Tech Policy Hub; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aspen Institute in Washington, DC, invites applications for a Senior Associate in Cybersecurity Programs. The role supports program development, operations, and stakeholder relations across U.S. and global initiatives, working closely with two Directors.

Responsibilities include preparing briefing materials, coordinating meetings, planning events (virtual and in-person), and managing speaker logistics. The position requires 3–5 years of relevant experience and a strong policy/tech focus.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant program coordination or operations experience.
• Experience in non-profit, policy, or mission-driven settings.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with agenda creation and theme curation for meetings.
• Prepare briefing and meeting materials for groups and summits.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including virtual and in-person formats.
• Lead speaker management and external stakeholder coordination.
• Track timelines, milestones, and impact metrics.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage inquiries efficiently.

Skills

Program coordination

Executive support

Operations management

Education

Experience in non-profit/policy environment

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Microsoft Outlook

Google Suite

Jotform

AI tools

Job description

The Aspen Institute in Washington, DC, invites applications for a Senior Associate in Cybersecurity Programs. The role supports program development, operations, and stakeholder relations across U.S. and global initiatives, working closely with two Directors.

Responsibilities include preparing briefing materials, coordinating meetings, planning events (virtual and in-person), and managing speaker logistics. The position requires 3–5 years of relevant experience and a strong policy/tech focus.