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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # National Security Strategist - **Company:** Hewlett-Packard Enterprise - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $119,500.0 - $275,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Network Security - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://hpe.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Jobsathpe/job/Washington-District-of-Columbia-United-States-of-America/National-Security-Strategist_1200409-2 ## About the Role * Minimum 5+ years' experience in government relations, public policy, regulatory affairs, or advocacy, with a focus on national security, defense, or intelligence sectors. * Degree in Law, Public Policy, Economics, Political Science, or a relevant field. * Ideal candidate will have security clearance and credentials. * Strong policy background in interpreting laws and regulations, especially export controls and cybersecurity. * Demonstrated success in supporting sales enablement and compliance for federal and intelligence customers. * Experience navigating complex legal and regulatory environments, driving strategic outcomes through advocacy. * Superior knowledge of Congressional legislative processes, federal budget, and appropriations. * Experience in the technology industry, with expertise in IT policy, cybersecurity, and networking. * Highly organized, with strong project management skills and a track record of successful execution. Additional Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Coaching, Community Organization, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Educational Institutions, Empathy, External Communication, Follow-Through, Government Relations, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Personal Initiative, Philanthropy, Policy and procedures, Prioritization {+ 4 more} ## Description This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office., The Corporate Affairs team at HPE drives the company's public affairs and advocacy initiatives -with the mission to enhance our reputation and advance strategic business goals by engaging and influencing both public and private stakeholders. This role leads Hewlett Packard Enterprise's national security policy initiatives, with a special emphasis on networking, AI, high-performance computing, cybersecurity, export controls, and strategic sales to the US government. The position integrates government relations, public policy, regulatory affairs, and advocacy, ensuring alignment with HPE's business objectives. The strategist will drive engagement with federal stakeholders, influence policy, and support business growth in the national security sector., * Government Relations & National Security Policy + Build and maintain relationships with officials in the White House, Department of War, intelligence agencies, and relevant Congressional committees. + Represent HPE's interests in legislative and regulatory matters related to national security, including networking, high-performance computing, cybersecurity, and export controls. + Advocate for technology modernization, defense, and national security priorities, including procurement and appropriations. * Legal & Regulatory Affairs + Interpret and analyze laws and regulations affecting national security, export controls, and cybersecurity. + Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance and proactively address emerging regulatory risks in the federal sector. * Policy Development & Execution + Lead the creation and implementation of policies supporting market access and business growth in national security domains. + Develop corporate positions and action plans on executive and legislative matters impacting HPE's federal and intelligence customers. * Sales Enablement & Strategic Growth + Support sales teams, providing policy guidance and advocacy for technology solutions. + Position HPE's innovation and thought leadership with the Administration, Congress, and within federal agencies, focusing on secure networking, cybersecurity, and compliance. * Export Controls & Compliance + Advise on export control regulations and ensure HPE's offerings meet federal requirements for national security-related sales. + Monitor and respond to changes in export control laws affecting technology sales to defense and intelligence sectors. * Strategic Communication + Deliver clear, persuasive communications to government, legal, and public policy audiences, articulating HPE's positions on national security topics. * Team Leadership & Collaboration + Mentor team members, foster collaboration, and ensure continuity during transitions. + Coordinate closely with HPE's business units, legal, global operations, and communications teams. ## Related Videos - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Small, Secure, Interconnected: The next Internet Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100062-small-secure-interconnected-the-next-internet-protocol) - [Edit Your Future: Queerverse Radical AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/909-edit-your-future-queerverse-radical-ai) - [Forecasting Cyber Attacks with Glassdoor Reviews - Lianne Potter](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2143-forecasting-cyber-attacks-with-glassdoor-reviews-lianne-potter) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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