Director, EMEA Government Affairs & Public Policy

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ChainguardCybersecurity / Software

Based in EuropeFull-TimeDirector

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8+ years of directly relevant experience in government affairs or public policy.
Track record of building or growing a government affairs program or line of effort.
Experience developing and shepherding regulations, standards, or policy strategy through to an outcome.
Experience engaging with senior government officials.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical subject matter for policy audiences.
Ability to operate in ambiguity with minimal guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Degree and/or equivalent years of experience in the field.
Based in Europe and able to travel frequently across the region.
Fluency in one or more European languages in addition to English is preferred.
Familiarity with cybersecurity regulatory bodies (ENISA, CEN-CENELEC, ETSI) is preferred.
Familiarity with CRA conformity assessment frameworks is preferred.

Set and own Chainguard’s European policy strategy including priorities, positions, and target institutions.
Engage with government bodies, regulators, and standards organizations such as the European Commission, European Parliament, ENISA, CEN-CENELEC, and ETSI.
Represent the company in industry coalitions and trade associations to leverage influence.
Forecast and analyze legislative developments relevant to cybersecurity and software supply chain security.
Draft policy positions, consultation responses, and formal submissions.
Translate complex technical subject matter for policy audiences and communicate policy implications to internal stakeholders.
Establish processes, intelligence flows, and relationships to build a repeatable government affairs function.

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