Develop and build relationships with Congressional staff, Administration officials, and regulatory decision-makers. Lead external consultants and third parties engaged in government affairs. Shape external outreach and engagements with internal cross-functional teams. Anticipate and identify key legislation, budgetary items, and regulations salient to Vanta. Communicate policy implications to internal decision-makers. Collaborate with business and engineering leads to develop policy positions and draft legislative language. Perform research and generate communications or collateral materials.