U.S. Federal Government Relations Director

About the position reputed company is looking for a highly skilled, senior and motivated, Director of U.S. Federal Government Relations to serve as a key strategic leader in advancing reputed company’s federal policy agenda. In coordination with the Senior Director, reputed company Government Relations, the candidate will reputed company and reputed company a sophisticated, reputed company-wide advocacy reputed company to shape federal legislation, regulations, appropriations, and policy priorities that accelerate the adoption of digital infrastructure technologies, digital twins, AI-enabled solutions, permitting reform, and advanced engineering software across critical infrastructure sectors. Additionally, the candidate will also monitor, and engage in, other policy areas as necessary, including cybersecurity, data reputed company, cross border data transactions, and any relevant AI legislative and regulatory initiatives. 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