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Mastercard

Vice President, European Cybersecurity Engagement

Mastercard

. Design and execute Mastercard's European government cybersecurity engagement strategy .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in cybersecurity and European public policy, with a strong ability to engage government stakeholders and translate strategic insights into actionable partnerships. Possesses a deep understanding of the European cybersecurity landscape and regulatory environment, complemented by strong communication and relationship-building skills.

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Extensive Cybersecurity ExperienceEuropean Public Policy ExpertiseStrong Network in Government StakeholdersFluency in European Regulatory EnvironmentMultilingual Capability

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Hard Skills
Cybersecurity Strategy DevelopmentPolicy AnalysisStakeholder EngagementStrategic Opportunity IdentificationReport WritingExecutive CommunicationPartnership DevelopmentCritical Infrastructure ProtectionFinancial Services KnowledgeTechnology Sector Experience
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingCredibility in Multilateral SettingsCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsConfidentiality Responsibility
Industry Keywords
European Cybersecurity LandscapeEU InstitutionsNATO StructuresNational Cyber AgenciesCybersecurity Policy ForumsThink TanksCivil Society OrganizationsGovernment AffairsInternational RelationsPublic Policy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design and execute Mastercard's European government cybersecurity engagement strategy
  • Build and maintain high-level relationships with European institutions, NATO, national cybersecurity agencies, and multilateral forums
  • Represent Mastercard in European cybersecurity policy forums, working groups, and industry dialogues
  • Advance Mastercard's cybersecurity thought leadership and secure speaking and advisory roles
  • Monitor European cybersecurity policy developments and translate them into strategic insights and opportunities
  • Identify opportunities for Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities to address European government priorities
  • Partner with product and sales teams to develop tailored value propositions
  • Develop briefings, reports, and executive communications for European government and institutional audiences
  • Cultivate relationships with think tanks, academic institutions, and civil society organizations
  • Serve as the primary contact for European government and institutional inquiries about Mastercard's cybersecurity capabilities and engagement
  • Coordinate with the SVP, regional, country, government affairs, product, and sales teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Extensive experience in cybersecurity, international affairs, or European public policy, with direct experience engaging European institutional or government stakeholders
  • Deep familiarity with the European cybersecurity landscape, including 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 relating to cybersecurity, data, and critical infrastructure protection
  • Ability to operate credibly in multilateral institutional settings and bilateral government relationships
  • Demonstrated experience identifying strategic opportunities and translating them into partnerships, joint initiatives, or commercial pathways
  • Experience in cybersecurity, financial services, critical infrastructure, and/or technology sectors preferred
  • Multilingual capability preferred
  • Strong command of English required
  • Prior private-sector experience with European government-facing initiatives advantageous
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Advanced degree in international relations, European affairs, cybersecurity, or public policy preferred
  • Responsibility for confidentiality and integrity of accessed information
  • Must report suspected information security violations or breaches

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Mastercard security policies and practices
  • Periodic mandatory security training