Global Public Policy and Strategy Manager

Infoblox; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 152,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Infoblox in Washington, DC, seeks a Global Public Policy and Strategy Manager on a 12-month contract to lead day-to-day U.S. federal government affairs and advocacy efforts affecting cybersecurity, networking, and critical digital infrastructure.

You will build bipartisan relationships with Congress staff, agency officials, and industry stakeholders, develop advocacy campaigns, and translate policy developments into actionable guidance for leadership.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory affairs, or related field.
• Deep experience in networking and/or cybersecurity with advocacy campaigns and influencing outcomes.
• Significant experience engaging with Congress, Executive Branch agencies, regulators, or related government stakeholders.
• Established bipartisan relationships across government, policy, and industry communities.
• Strong understanding of the Washington, DC policy environment and political landscape.
• Experience driving policy outcomes via partnerships with cyber centers, law enforcement, or critical-infrastructure stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with policy/advocacy materials.
• Experience using AI-enabled research, analytics, or content-generation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. federal government affairs and advocacy strategy across Congress, Executive Branch agencies, global partners, and regulators.
• Develop and execute advocacy campaigns that advance Infoblox's public policy objectives.
• Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with policymakers and staff in Washington, DC.
• Represent Infoblox in meetings, briefings, and discussions with government officials and trade associations.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative developments affecting cybersecurity and networking.
• Draft policy positions, comment letters, and advocacy materials.
• Lead policy engagement for collaboration with cyber centers and law-enforcement partners.
• Partner with Legal, Product, Security, and leadership to develop policy priorities.
• Engage with industry associations and policy coalitions to influence outcomes.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to support policy research and advocacy planning.

Skills

Government affairs

Public policy

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advocacy

Congress relations

Written communication

AI-enabled tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Global Public Policy and Strategy Manager

District of Columbia, United States

Job Description

At Infoblox, every breakthrough begins with a bold “what if.”

What if your ideas could ignite global innovation?

What if your curiosity could redefine the future?

We invite you to step into the next exciting chapter of your career journey. Bring your creativity, drive, your daring spirit, and feel what it’s like to thrive on a team big enough to make an impact, yet small enough to make a difference. Our cloud-first networking and security solutions already protect 70% of the Fortune 500, and we’re looking for creative thinkers ready to push that influence even further. Join us and discover how far your bold “what if” can take the world, your community, and your career.

How we empower our people is extraordinary: we’re recognized as a Glassdoor Best Place to Work 2025, Great Place to Work-Certified in five countries, and honored by Cigna as a Healthy Workforce honors for three consecutive years; and what we build is world class: named CybersecAsia’s Best in Critical Infrastructure 2024 — clear evidence that when first-class technology meets empowered talent, remarkable careers take shape. So, what if the next big idea, and the next great career story, comes from you? Become the force that turns every “what if” into “what’s next.”

In a world where you can be anything, Be Infoblox.

Global Public Policy and Strategy Manager (12-month contract to start)

We have an opportunity for a Global Public Policy and Strategy Manager (12-month contract, with possibility for extension or conversion to FTE), to join our Legal and Public Policy team in Washington, DC, reporting to the VP, Global Public Policy and Strategy. In this pivotal role, you will lead Infoblox's day-to-day legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts, helping shape policy outcomes that impact cybersecurity, networking, and critical digital infrastructure. You will serve as a trusted representative of Infoblox before Congress, executive branch agencies, regulators, trade associations, and key public-sector stakeholders. Leveraging your deep understanding of the Washington, DC policy environment, you will develop and execute advocacy campaigns, build bipartisan relationships, and advance policy priorities that support the company's strategic objectives.

Be a Contributor — What You’ll Do

• Lead Infoblox's U.S. federal government affairs and advocacy strategy across Congress, Executive Branch agencies, global partners, and key regulatory stakeholders
• Develop and execute advocacy campaigns that advance Infoblox's public policy objectives and business priorities
• Build and maintain trusted bipartisan relationships with policymakers, congressional staff, agency officials, and industry stakeholders in Washington, DC
• Represent Infoblox in meetings, briefings, and discussions with government officials, trade associations, and policy influencers
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments affecting cybersecurity, networking, cloud technologies, and related policy areas
• Draft policy positions, comment letters, consultation responses, briefing materials, and advocacy strategies
• Lead Infoblox’s policy engagement for operational collaboration with cyber centers and law-enforcement partners, translating threat research into trusted information sharing, government advisories, and policy or business outcomes
• Partner with Legal, Product, Security, Communications, and executive leadership teams to develop and advance policy priorities
• Engage with industry associations, standards organizations, and policy coalitions to influence outcomes and strengthen Infoblox's industry presence
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to support policy research, legislative tracking, advocacy planning, and content development
• Support global public policy initiatives and international stakeholder engagement where business priorities intersect with global policy developments

Be Prepared — What You Bring

• 12+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, legislative affairs, regulatory affairs, or a related field
• Deep experience in networking and/or cybersecurity with demonstrated success developing and executing advocacy campaigns and influencing legislative or regulatory outcomes
• Significant experience engaging with Congress, Executive Branch agencies, regulators, or related government stakeholders
• Established bipartisan relationships across government, policy, and industry communities
• Strong understanding of the Washington, DC policy environment and political landscape
• Experience driving policy outcomes via operational partnerships with government cyber centers, law enforcement, or critical-infrastructure stakeholders
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience producing policy, regulatory, or advocacy-related materials
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across complex organizations and external environments
• Experience using AI-enabled research, analytics, or content-generation tools to improve decision-making and productivity
• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Cybersecurity, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

Be Successful — Your Path

First 90 Days:

Immerse in our culture, connect with mentors (Blox Buddies), and map the systems and meet with key stakeholders that rely on your work. Discuss and create short/long term goals

Six Months:

• Establish and execute a U.S. government affairs engagement plan for priority issues, including a mapped network of key Congressional and agency stakeholders
• Deliver a recurring, AI-enabled policy watch report highlighting top legislative and regulatory developments for Infoblox leadership and cross-functional partners
• Lead or co‑lead at least one major regulatory or legislative response (e.g., comment letter, RFI/RFC response, consultation submission) on a core cybersecurity or networking policy issue
• Establish a process for driving policy outcomes via operational collaboration with priority cyber centers and law‑enforcement partners
• Build active participation for Infoblox in at least one high‑impact industry association or coalition working group aligned to our policy and business objectives

One Year:

• Demonstrate measurable impact on at least two priority policy outcomes (e.g., influencing legislative language, shaping regulatory approaches, or securing participation in key government programs)
• Mature a data‑ and AI‑driven advocacy pipeline that integrates policy intelligence with business development, enabling earlier identification of risks, opportunities, and government‑funded initiatives
• Complete at least one policy outcome via operational collaboration with priority cyber centers and law‑enforcement partners, such as a joint advisory
• Be viewed as a trusted advisor to senior executives on U.S. policy risks and opportunities, with a clear, repeatable cadence for briefings and cross‑functional alignment
• Support expansion of Infoblox’s global public policy footprint, including contributions to international advocacy efforts (e.g., EU cybersecurity and AI policy) informed by U.S. experience

Our culture thrives on inclusion, rewarding the bold ideas, curiosity, and creativity that move us forward. In a community where every voice counts, continuous learning is the norm. So, whether you code, create, sell, or care for customers, you’ll grow and belong here.

Be Rewarded

• Global employee resource groups, and a “No Jerks” policy that keeps collaboration healthy
• Modern offices with EV charging, healthy snacks (and the occasional cupcake), plus hackathons, game nights, and culture celebrations
• We practice pay transparency and reward performance. Offers reflect role location, internal equity, experience, skills, education, and certifications. The rate for this position: $110 - $115 per hour

Ready to Be the Difference?

Infoblox is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis

Job Info

• Job Identification 8039
• Locations Home Office, Washington, DC, 20004, US