Senior Director, Cybersecurity and Digital Resilience Policy Asia - Microsoft

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional strategy for cybersecurity and digital resilience policy, aligning with government priorities and industry standards.
• Engage senior policymakers, regulators, and national security officials to influence legislation and regulatory initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal product, legal, and security teams to ensure policy positions are technically sound and commercially viable.
• Represent the organization at high‑level forums, conferences, and working groups on cyber risk, critical infrastructure protection, and secure digital services.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats, regulatory trends, and geopolitical developments to provide actionable insights to leadership.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity policy, public affairs, or related government relations roles, preferably in the Asia‑Pacific region.
• Deep understanding of cyber regulatory frameworks, critical infrastructure protection, and digital resilience concepts.
• Proven track record of influencing senior government officials and shaping public policy outcomes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate technical security concepts into policy language.
• Advanced degree in public policy, law, cybersecurity, or a related field.