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Public Policy Manager roles qualify for F-1 OPT when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Most roles sit inside government affairs teams, nonprofits, or think tanks, and your 12-month OPT window (up to 36 months for STEM-adjacent programs) applies from your first day.
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As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
CrowdStrike is looking for a highly motivated Sr. Analyst, Public Policy to join our global Public Policy team. This role will support the team’s work across a range of cybersecurity, technology, and digital policy issues, with a particular focus on U.S. public policy and policy partnerships.
The Sr. Analyst will play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Public Policy team, including monitoring policy developments, conducting research, preparing written materials, coordinating meetings and events, assisting with policy partnerships, and maintaining the internal processes and resources that help the team operate effectively.
This is an opportunity for an early-career policy professional to build substantive expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, business, and government while developing the research, writing, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills necessary for a career in public policy. The role will approximately require 50% of time spent on policy-related work, 25% on internal-facing compliance, and 25% on administrative and organizational support for the public policy team.
There is a strong preference for a candidate based in DC/MD/VA. We anticipate office time and in-person meetings multiple days per week, as well as occasional travel. We will also consider exceptional candidates based in major U.S. cities such as San Francisco, Austin, or NYC.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Prepare regular internal policy updates, news summaries, legislative and regulatory trackers, meeting readouts, and other materials that keep the Public Policy team and key internal stakeholders informed of relevant developments.
- Support internal Public Policy compliance.
- Conduct research and support the preparation of memos, backgrounders, talking points, briefing materials, presentations, and other written products for members of the Public Policy team and other CrowdStrike leaders.
- Maintain organizational tools to manage the team’s policy partnerships and external engagements, leveraging Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) tools where appropriate.
- Support the team’s day-to-day meeting and engagement workflow, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and background materials, managing logistics, taking notes, and tracking follow-up items.
- Assist with the preparation and coordination of policy events, conferences, roundtables, and other external engagements.
- Assist with additional administrative, operational, and substantive projects that support the effectiveness of the global Public Policy team.
- Complete other tasks and duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- 5 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, cybersecurity or technology policy, national security, or a related field.
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant topic including in public policy, international relations, national security, security studies, cybersecurity, political science, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, AI, and technology policy.
- Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with an ability to quickly understand complex issues and communicate them clearly and concisely.
- Strong judgment and attention to detail.
- Ability to synthesize legislative, regulatory, technical, and other complex material for audiences with varying levels of subject-matter expertise.
- Strong organizational, project-management, and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and reliably execute both short-turnaround and longer-term assignments.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams, cultures, and time zones in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.
- Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
BONUS POINTS:
- Advanced degree in a relevant topic including in public policy, international relations, law, national security, security studies, cybersecurity, political science, or a related discipline.
- Experience working in or with the U.S. federal government, Congress, a state government, policy research organization, trade association, or technology company.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CROWDSTRIKE:
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards
- Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
- Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
- Paid parental and adoption leaves
- Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
- Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
- Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
- Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions—including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs—on valid job requirements.
If you need assistance accessing or reviewing this website, submitting an application, requesting an accommodation, or providing feedback on the job posting, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com.
CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $70,000 - $115,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.
INTRODUCTION
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
ABOUT THE ROLE
CrowdStrike is looking for a highly motivated Sr. Analyst, Public Policy to join our global Public Policy team. This role will support the team’s work across a range of cybersecurity, technology, and digital policy issues, with a particular focus on U.S. public policy and policy partnerships.
The Sr. Analyst will play an important role in the day-to-day operations of the Public Policy team, including monitoring policy developments, conducting research, preparing written materials, coordinating meetings and events, assisting with policy partnerships, and maintaining the internal processes and resources that help the team operate effectively.
This is an opportunity for an early-career policy professional to build substantive expertise at the intersection of cybersecurity, business, and government while developing the research, writing, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills necessary for a career in public policy. The role will approximately require 50% of time spent on policy-related work, 25% on internal-facing compliance, and 25% on administrative and organizational support for the public policy team.
There is a strong preference for a candidate based in DC/MD/VA. We anticipate office time and in-person meetings multiple days per week, as well as occasional travel. We will also consider exceptional candidates based in major U.S. cities such as San Francisco, Austin, or NYC.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Prepare regular internal policy updates, news summaries, legislative and regulatory trackers, meeting readouts, and other materials that keep the Public Policy team and key internal stakeholders informed of relevant developments.
- Support internal Public Policy compliance.
- Conduct research and support the preparation of memos, backgrounders, talking points, briefing materials, presentations, and other written products for members of the Public Policy team and other CrowdStrike leaders.
- Maintain organizational tools to manage the team’s policy partnerships and external engagements, leveraging Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) tools where appropriate.
- Support the team’s day-to-day meeting and engagement workflow, including scheduling and coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and background materials, managing logistics, taking notes, and tracking follow-up items.
- Assist with the preparation and coordination of policy events, conferences, roundtables, and other external engagements.
- Assist with additional administrative, operational, and substantive projects that support the effectiveness of the global Public Policy team.
- Complete other tasks and duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- 5 years of relevant professional experience in public policy, government affairs, cybersecurity or technology policy, national security, or a related field.
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant topic including in public policy, international relations, national security, security studies, cybersecurity, political science, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated interest in cybersecurity, AI, and technology policy.
- Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills, with an ability to quickly understand complex issues and communicate them clearly and concisely.
- Strong judgment and attention to detail.
- Ability to synthesize legislative, regulatory, technical, and other complex material for audiences with varying levels of subject-matter expertise.
- Strong organizational, project-management, and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and reliably execute both short-turnaround and longer-term assignments.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams, cultures, and time zones in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.
- Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
BONUS POINTS:
- Advanced degree in a relevant topic including in public policy, international relations, law, national security, security studies, cybersecurity, political science, or a related discipline.
- Experience working in or with the U.S. federal government, Congress, a state government, policy research organization, trade association, or technology company.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CROWDSTRIKE:
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards
- Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
- Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
- Paid parental and adoption leaves
- Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
- Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
- Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
- Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions—including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs—on valid job requirements.
If you need assistance accessing or reviewing this website, submitting an application, requesting an accommodation, or providing feedback on the job posting, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com.
CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $70,000 - $115,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Public Policy Manager
Target mission-driven organizations with established HR infrastructure
Large nonprofits, think tanks, and advocacy organizations are more likely to have HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller policy shops may be willing but lack the internal capacity to navigate the process confidently.
Lead with your policy expertise, not your visa status
Frame your OPT authorization as a straightforward hiring step, not a complication. Emphasize your policy research, stakeholder engagement, or legislative analysis skills first. Most Public Policy Manager roles compete on expertise, not work authorization complexity.
Align your degree field directly to the role description
OPT authorization is tied to your field of study. Public Policy Manager roles must connect to your degree in public policy, economics, international relations, or political science. A clear degree-to-role match strengthens your candidacy and satisfies DSO reporting requirements.
Apply before your OPT authorization is issued, not after
The USCIS OPT processing window is three to five months. Start your job search while your application is pending. Most employers will accept a conditional start date once your EAD card arrival date is confirmed by your DSO.
Prepare a one-paragraph OPT explainer for hiring managers
Write a clear, jargon-free summary of your work authorization: what OPT is, how long it lasts, what the employer is not required to do, and when you can start. Sharing this proactively builds trust and shortens the decision-making timeline.
Public Policy Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Policy Manager role qualify for F-1 OPT?
Yes, as long as the position requires a degree in a field directly related to public policy work, such as public policy, political science, economics, international relations, or public administration. The role must be a professional-level position that genuinely requires that academic background. Entry-level or administrative policy support roles may not satisfy the direct relationship requirement your DSO must certify.
Can I work as a Public Policy Manager for a government agency on OPT?
Yes, federal, state, and local government agencies can hire F-1 OPT students. OPT is employer-agnostic. The agency does not need to sponsor you or file any USCIS petition. You are authorized to work by your EAD card, and the agency simply verifies your Form I-9 documentation like any other employer. Some agencies have internal security clearance requirements that may affect eligibility separately.
How do I find Public Policy Manager jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches, so every Public Policy Manager listing on the platform is vetted for sponsorship openness. Filtering by role type and OPT eligibility saves significant time compared to applying broadly and encountering authorization objections late in the hiring process.
Does a Public Policy Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Public Policy Manager roles do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because public policy, political science, and international relations degrees are not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. However, if your underlying degree is in economics, statistics, or a qualifying STEM field and you can connect it to the role, you may be eligible. Confirm with your DSO before relying on this pathway.
What happens to my OPT status if my Public Policy Manager role ends before my EAD expires?
F-1 OPT students are allowed up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment during the post-completion OPT period. If your position ends, that 90-day clock starts immediately. You can begin searching for a new qualifying Public Policy Manager role within that window without losing your status. Exceeding 90 days of unemployment terminates your OPT authorization, so tracking that timeline closely with your DSO is critical.