Federal Tech Policy & Bipartisan Relations Lead

Sas; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and VSP

Industry-leading 401k plan

Generous vacation and holidays

U.S. Winter Wellness Break

Job summary

SAS is seeking a Federal Government Relations & Public Policy Lead to manage bipartisan engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and industry stakeholders. Hybrid role in the Washington, DC area or Cary, NC, reporting to senior leadership on policy developments affecting technology and data usage.

The role requires deep knowledge of federal processes, external relations management, and cross-functional collaboration to align policy with business objectives and ensure compliant lobbying

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy, Communications, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Preferred: Juris Doctorate Degree and bar admission (U.S. only).
• Minimum of 8 years of federal government experience (Congress, federal agencies, lobbying, or related).
• Demonstrated success operating in a bipartisan manner and building trusted relationships across parties.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive federal government relations and public policy strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Build bipartisan relationships with Members of Congress, staff, agencies, and policy influencers.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments impacting the company.
• Lead advocacy efforts on priority policy issues affecting the technology sector.
• Represent the company before Congress, agencies, and industry forums.
• Advise executives on policy risks, opportunities, and engagement plans.

Skills

Bipartisan collaboration

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Public policy

Advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy

Juris Doctorate Degree

Job description

SAS is seeking a Federal Government Relations & Public Policy Lead to manage bipartisan engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and industry stakeholders. Hybrid role in the Washington, DC area or Cary, NC, reporting to senior leadership on policy developments affecting technology and data usage.

The role requires deep knowledge of federal processes, external relations management, and cross-functional collaboration to align policy with business objectives and ensure compliant lobbying