National Security Policy Principal — Cloud & Defense Advocate

VulnU; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 165,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retirement match

Equity

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Principal, US National Security Policy to lead cloud policy initiatives in defense and national security from the Washington, DC area, based in Arlington. You will collaborate with senior policymakers and the US Intelligence Community to shape policy and ensure alignment with business priorities.

The role requires 10+ years in public policy, active TS/SCI clearance, and a master’s degree.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of public policy, government relations, or public affairs experience.
• Experience working with Intelligence or Appropriations Committees in the US Congress.
• Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance.
• Master's degree or above in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Partner across Public Sector Business, Public Policy, Security, Legal, and Communications teams to align priorities and goals.
• Anticipate challenges as the public policy landscape evolves.
• Build policymaker awareness of the cloud computing business model and drive policymaking that benefits customers.
• Advance advocacy efforts with Intelligence Oversight, Authorization, and Appropriations Congressional Committees.
• Liaise with third party institutions in the US intelligence space and coordinate policy objectives with broader company policy.

Skills

Public policy

Cross-functional teamwork

Security clearance TS/SCI

Relationship building

Policy advocacy

Education

Master's degree or above in a relevant discipline

Job description

Amazon is seeking a Principal, US National Security Policy to lead cloud policy initiatives in defense and national security from the Washington, DC area, based in Arlington. You will collaborate with senior policymakers and the US Intelligence Community to shape policy and ensure alignment with business priorities.

The role requires 10+ years in public policy, active TS/SCI clearance, and a master’s degree.