Director of AI Policy & Emerging Tech Strategy (Remote)

Lumen Technologies, Inc.; 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, Inc. is seeking a Director of Public Policy to shape policy for AI and emerging tech within the digital infrastructure economy. Based in Washington, DC, you will lead policy development, anticipate regulatory shifts, and translate complex policy into actionable business strategies.

You will collaborate across Product, Technology, Cybersecurity, Legal, and Government Affairs to position Lumen as a leader in AI-ready connectivity and digital infrastructure policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of public policy or related field experience.
• Strong ability to analyze complex policy questions and downstream implications for businesses, markets, customers, and government.
• Deep understanding of technology policy landscape; AI policy experience valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop policy strategy for AI and emerging technology issues central to Lumen's transformation.
• Analyze legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical developments for second- and third-order implications.
• Translate policy developments into clear recommendations for senior leaders and business partners.
• Maintain a forward-looking view to identify issues before they become immediate problems and shape policy frameworks.

Skills

Policy analysis

AI policy

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Lumen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Director of Public Policy to shape policy for AI and emerging tech within the digital infrastructure economy. Based in Washington, DC, you will lead policy development, anticipate regulatory shifts, and translate complex policy into actionable business strategies.

You will collaborate across Product, Technology, Cybersecurity, Legal, and Government Affairs to position Lumen as a leader in AI-ready connectivity and digital infrastructure policy.