Key skills
AIArtificial IntelligenceCommunication
About this role
Role Overview
- Monitor and analyze emerging AI policy, regulatory, and legislative developments across the United States and key international markets
- Develop policy positions, briefing materials, white papers, and executive-level recommendations on issues related to artificial intelligence, national security, technology competitiveness, workforce transformation, and digital infrastructure
- Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, government agencies, think tanks, industry associations, and academic institutions
- Support executive engagement with Congress, the Executive Branch, regulators, and international government stakeholders
- Represent Cognition in policy discussions, industry working groups, conferences, and strategic forums
- Partner with technical teams to translate complex AI capabilities into clear, actionable policy narratives
- Identify opportunities for public-private partnerships that accelerate AI adoption across government and critical industries
- Help anticipate policy risks and opportunities that could impact company strategy, product development, or market expansion
Requirements
- 5–10 years of experience in public policy, government affairs, national security, technology policy, congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, consulting, or related fields
- Strong understanding of U.S. government institutions, policymaking processes, and regulatory frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organizations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience developing policy recommendations, briefing materials, or strategic analyses for senior decision-makers
- Ability to quickly understand technical concepts and communicate them effectively to non-technical audiences
- Interest in artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and their implications for government and society.
Benefits
- We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
- We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process
- please let us know if you need any.