Director, AI & Emerging Technology Policy Strategy

Lumen Technologies; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 145,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Lumen Technologies is seeking a Director of Public Policy to shape policy for the AI-enabled digital infrastructure economy. Based in Washington, DC, with remote work options, the role will lead policy development on AI and emerging tech and influence external policy discussions.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Policy, you will anticipate issues, translate complex policy into business strategy, and build trusted relationships with policymakers and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of public policy, government, technology policy, or related field.
• Strong ability to analyze complex policy questions and their business implications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior executives.
• Executive presence and ability to influence across a matrixed organization.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy development on AI and emerging technology central to Lumen's strategy.
• Analyze legislative, regulatory, executive branch, and geopolitical developments for second-order implications.
• Translate policy and technical issues into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.
• Develop policy frameworks and advocacy strategies in areas where industry positions are not yet established.

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic policy

Public policy

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in public policy, law, economics, business, technology, or related field

Job description

Lumen Technologies is seeking a Director of Public Policy to shape policy for the AI-enabled digital infrastructure economy. Based in Washington, DC, with remote work options, the role will lead policy development on AI and emerging tech and influence external policy discussions.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Policy, you will anticipate issues, translate complex policy into business strategy, and build trusted relationships with policymakers and industry stakeholders.