Cybersecurity Expert at Adobe

Adobe is seeking an experienced public policy leader to join its Public Policy Team and oversee the company’s cybersecurity and fraud policy engagement.

Based in Washington, DC, this position reports directly to the Vice President of Public Policy and works closely with Adobe’s Chief Security Officer and Vice President of Fraud.

The successful candidate will help shape Adobe’s global cybersecurity policy priorities, strengthen relationships with government stakeholders, and develop strategic initiatives that advance the company’s interests in cybersecurity and fraud prevention.

What You’ll Do

• Lead efforts to advance Adobe’s global cybersecurity policy objectives across key international markets.
• Develop and execute public policy outreach strategies, advocacy campaigns, and engagement initiatives involving government officials and strategic partners.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with policymakers, government representatives, and influential industry stakeholders.
• Monitor cybersecurity policy developments, emerging regulations, and industry trends, assessing their potential impact on Adobe and communicating relevant updates.
• Identify emerging policy opportunities and risks, develop mitigation strategies, and position Adobe to respond effectively to changes in the regulatory environment.
• Prepare policy messaging, advocacy materials, and strategic content for government engagements and policymaking discussions.
• Coordinate cybersecurity policy projects across internal business functions and manage collaboration among cross-functional teams.
• Work with specialists across Cyber Legal, Cybersecurity, and Fraud departments to understand technical capabilities, organizational needs, and appropriate policy responses.
• Coordinate regional and international policy engagements, ensuring alignment across global teams.
• Partner with technical teams to identify opportunities for cybersecurity data and information sharing, developing initiatives that strengthen industry-wide cyber defenses.
• Build coalitions and strategic public-private partnerships with governments, industry organizations, and other stakeholders to advance Adobe’s cybersecurity policy objectives.

What You Need to Succeed

• At least 10 years of experience, with extensive knowledge of cybersecurity technologies and practices and the ability to translate technical concepts into effective public policy positions.
• A strong and distinguished record of professional achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior leaders across different disciplines and develop effective positions on complex cybersecurity challenges.
• Strong political awareness and understanding of government decision-making, legislative, and regulatory processes.
• Knowledge of current political, legal, regulatory, and market developments affecting cybersecurity policy.
• Proven experience developing, influencing, and advancing cybersecurity policy initiatives.
• Experience engaging elected officials, community leaders, industry associations, consumer advocacy organizations, national and international security professionals, and corporate executives.
• Excellent judgment, diplomacy, negotiation skills, and communication abilities, with the capacity to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to develop practical solutions, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally when required.
• Professional-level written and spoken English, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across departments, business units, and international locations.
• Established credibility as a public policy professional, with a track record of designing and implementing successful advocacy strategies.
• Demonstrated success in managing strategic relationships to influence public policy priorities.
• Extensive experience working closely with engineering and technical teams.
• A bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, Public Affairs, Law, Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.

About Adobe

Adobe provides innovative platforms and digital tools that empower individuals and businesses to create, communicate, and deliver personalized experiences.

Its leading products and services include Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio.

These solutions combine artificial intelligence with human creativity to help transform ideas into meaningful results.

With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, Adobe is focused on shaping the future of digital creativity and productivity while driving its next phase of growth.

The company is committed to attracting exceptional talent and building an inclusive workplace where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

Adobe believes great ideas can come from anywhere, and every employee has the opportunity to help shape what comes next.

Let’s Adobe Together

Adobe is committed to creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and contribute.

The company offers a strong culture built around shared values, community involvement, diversity, inclusion, and comprehensive employee benefits.

AI Use Guidelines for Interviews

Adobe expects candidates to demonstrate their own abilities, experience, and problem-solving skills during interviews.

The use of AI tools or recording software during live interviews is prohibited unless the interviewer explicitly permits it or prior approval has been granted as a reasonable accommodation.

Inappropriate use of these tools or any attempt to misrepresent personal contributions may affect an applicant’s eligibility for the position.

Adobe encourages employees to embrace AI innovation and provides candidates with guidance on appropriate AI use throughout the recruitment process.

Expected Annual Salary: $160,900 – $321,550

Compensation is determined by the cost of labor in specific U.S. geographic markets. The final offer within the advertised range will depend on the candidate’s work location, relevant experience, technical knowledge, and professional qualifications.

Recruiters can provide further details about the applicable salary range for the selected location during the hiring process.

For non-sales positions, compensation is structured around a base salary, with additional short-term incentives available through Adobe’s Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). Eligible positions may also receive long-term incentives through new-hire equity awards.

State-Specific Employment Notices

California – Fair Chance Employment

Adobe considers qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable state and local employment laws and Fair Chance ordinances.

Colorado – Application Window

For positions available to candidates in Colorado, the application period will remain open until at least the date and time specified in the job posting, in Pacific Time, as required by Colorado pay transparency regulations.

Positions not listed as available in Colorado may close at any time depending on business needs.

Massachusetts – Legal Notice

Massachusetts law prohibits employers from requiring or administering lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. Violations may result in criminal penalties and civil liability.