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Amyx, Inc. · 2 months ago

cUAS Policy and Communications Team Lead

US-DC-Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Amyx, Inc. is focused on providing innovative solutions for critical infrastructure protection. They are seeking a Counter-UAS Policy and Communications Team Lead to manage policy development, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement for CISA’s Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems initiatives.

Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and update C-UAS policies, guidance, and best practices in alignment with DHS and federal standards

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including FAA and DHS authorities

Support vulnerability assessments and risk reduction strategies for federal facilities

Develop and implement communication plans to inform stakeholders about C-UAS threats and mitigation measures

Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations for senior leadership and external partners

Coordinate public awareness campaigns and workforce training initiatives

Serve as liaison between CISA, federal agencies, state/local governments, and private sector partners

Facilitate interagency working groups and represent CISA in policy forums

Build partnerships to enhance information sharing and collaborative threat response

Monitor emerging UAS technologies and regulatory developments

Track program milestones, budgets, and performance metrics

Support procurement and integration of C-UAS solutions where applicable

Must have the ability to communicate accurate information

Qualification

Policy DevelopmentStrategic CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementUAS Threat UnderstandingFAA RegulationsRisk Management FrameworksBriefing SkillsInteragency CoordinationWriting Skills

Required

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, Homeland Security, or related field (Master's preferred)

10+ years of experience in policy development, strategic communications, or homeland security programs

Strong understanding of UAS threats, DHS/CISA mission, and interagency coordination processes

Excellent writing, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred

Experience with FAA regulations, DHS authorities, and C-UAS technology landscape

Familiarity with critical infrastructure protection and risk management frameworks

Prior experience in federal government or defense-related communications roles

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (PPO & HSA options available)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with matching contributions

Roth

Qualified Transportation Expense with matching contributions

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance

Wellness Program

PTO

11 Holidays

Professional Development Reimbursement

Company

Amyx, Inc.

At Amyx, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, our mission is to exceed our customer's expectations on every contract, to provide an environment that encourages, recognizes and rewards the extraordinary contributions of our employees, and to advance and support the communities in which we work and live.

Founded in 1999

Reston, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees