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About the Role

The Vice President, European Cybersecurity Engagement will lead Mastercard's government and institutional cybersecurity engagement across Europe, positioning Mastercard as a strategic partner to governments navigating an increasingly complex threat landscape. This role requires deep engagement expertise, cybersecurity policy fluency, and a sophisticated understanding of Europe's evolving regulatory and institutional environment.

Responsibilities

Design and execute Mastercard's European government cybersecurity engagement strategy.
Build and maintain high-level relationships with key European institutions and bodies.
Represent Mastercard in European cybersecurity policy forums, working groups, and industry dialogues.
Work with government affairs and regional teams to understand European cybersecurity policy developments and translate them into strategic insights and opportunities.
Identify and develop opportunities for Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities to address European government priorities.
Develop and deliver high-quality briefings, reports, and executive communications tailored to European government and institutional audiences.
Cultivate relationships with think tanks, academic institutions, and civil society organizations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for European government and institutional inquiries related to Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities and engagement.

Requirements

Extensive years of experience in cybersecurity, international affairs, or European public policy.
Meaningful direct experience engaging with European institutional or government stakeholders.
Deep familiarity with the European cybersecurity landscape, including the roles and priorities of key EU institutions, NATO structures, and national cyber agencies.
Strong existing network across European government, institutional, and industry cybersecurity stakeholders.
Fluency in the European regulatory environment as it relates to cybersecurity, data, and critical infrastructure protection.
Ability to operate with credibility and influence in both multilateral institutional settings and bilateral government relationships.
Demonstrated experience identifying strategic opportunities and translating them into tangible outcomes.
Experience in cybersecurity, financial services, critical infrastructure, and/or technology sectors preferred.
Prior experience working with or within the private sector on European government-facing initiatives is a significant advantage.
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed.
Report any suspected information security violation or breach.
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

Skills

Cybersecurity
International affairs
European public policy
Government engagement
Cybersecurity policy
Regulatory environment analysis
Strategic opportunity identification
Communication
Briefing and reporting
Multilingual capability preferred
Strong command of English required

Location

Europe

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Vice President

Education Level

Bachelor's degree required
Advanced degree in international relations, European affairs, cybersecurity, or public policy preferred

About the Company

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide.
We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible.
Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.