Director, National Security & Economic Policy

Ciena Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 152,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Ciena Corporation is seeking a Director of Government Relations — National Security and Economic Security Policy to shape and oversee policy responses affecting networking equipment globally. You will monitor evolving national-security initiatives, translate requirements into business implications, and coordinate with Legal, Trade Compliance, Product Security, and Engineering across regions.

The role demands strategic thinking with attention to detail, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, international affairs, law, economics, political science, engineering, cybersecurity, or related field.
• 10+ years in government, corporate government relations, public policy, national security, international trade, or related field.
• Experience engaging senior government officials and translating policy proposals into clear business and operational implications.
• Strong writing, briefing, advocacy, coalition-building, and executive-communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Policy Monitoring and Risk Assessment—monitor national-security initiatives affecting telecommunications and global supply chains, assess impact on products, sourcing, and markets.
• Government Engagement and Advocacy—develop advocacy strategies and build relationships with Congress, government agencies, regulators, and international bodies.
• Lead cross-functional work to translate policy requirements into business implications and coordinate responses across Legal, Trade Compliance, Product Security, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Executive briefing

Cross-functional leadership

Written advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, international affairs, law, economics, political science, engineering, cybersecurity, or related field

Job description

Ciena Corporation is seeking a Director of Government Relations — National Security and Economic Security Policy to shape and oversee policy responses affecting networking equipment globally. You will monitor evolving national-security initiatives, translate requirements into business implications, and coordinate with Legal, Trade Compliance, Product Security, and Engineering across regions.

The role demands strategic thinking with attention to detail, excellent writing and advocacy skills, and