Public Policy Lead: US National Security & Cloud (TS/SCI)

Amazon Inc.

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 223,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Principal, US National Security Policy in AWS Public Policy Americas. The role centers on defense and national security policy for cloud computing, engaging senior government decision makers and the intelligence community from a Washington, DC base.

A TS/SCI clearance is required and US citizenship is mandatory. The candidate will manage a public policy portfolio, coordinate the Intelligence Authorization Act process, and work with cross-functional teams to align business

Qualifications

Master's degree or above in a relevant discipline (e.g. Law, Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Economic Development)
10+ years of public policy, government relations, community relations, public affairs, or corporate social responsibility experience
Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Partner across Public Sector, Public Policy, Security, Legal, and Communications to align priorities
Anticipate challenges as the public policy landscape evolves
Build policymaker awareness of the cloud computing business model
Advance advocacy with Intelligence Oversight, Authorization, and Appropriations Committees
Coordinate cloud policy objectives with broader company policy goals